Tilak Varma, the rising star of Mumbai Indians (MI) and the Indian cricket team, recently expressed his gratitude for the support of his family and coach during the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between MI and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Despite MI’s 31-run loss, Varma took to social media to share his appreciation and optimism for the future.
Since his IPL debut in 2022, Varma has established himself as a formidable force for MI, amassing 829 runs in 27 matches at an impressive average of 39.48 and a strike rate exceeding 146. In the current season, he has showcased his prowess with the bat, scoring 89 runs in two matches at an average of 44.50, including a fifty.
Varma’s remarkable performances have solidified his position as a key player for MI, alongside stalwarts like Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Dewald Brevis, Tim David, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah. His standout performance in the previous IPL season, where MI reached the playoffs, further cemented his reputation as a rising talent.
In his international T20 career, Varma has impressed with his batting prowess, amassing 336 runs in 16 matches at an average of 33.60 and a strike rate of 139.41. With two half-centuries to his name, including an unbeaten 55*, Varma continues to showcase his potential on the global stage.
Reflecting on his debut IPL season, Varma made a significant impact, scoring 397 runs in 14 matches at an average of 36.09 and a strike rate of 131.02, including two fifties.
Varma’s talent and determination have earned him recognition and praise from cricket experts and fans alike. He is widely regarded as one of the future batting stars of Indian cricket, and his performances in the IPL and for Team India have only reinforced this belief.
