Mukul Choudhary Wreaks Havoc as LSG Defy KKR: Ashwin Hails Starlet’s Scintillating Knock
Young Guns Light Up the IPL
Indian cricket has always prided itself on producing match-winning cricketers who can dominate on the biggest stages. The latest edition of the Indian Premier League 2026 has been no different, with young players like Mukul Choudhary grabbing the headlines with their impressive performances. Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who hailed the 21-year-old LSG batter on social media, praised his composure under pressure and stated that players like him will allow India to dominate the shortest format in international cricket for years to come.
Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) three-wicket win over the Kolkata Knight Riders was by no means a straightforward affair, with 64 runs needed from the last 4 overs. But thanks to Mukul’s unbeaten 54 off 27, the game was snatched away from the KKR bowlers.
Ashwin, who is known for his keen cricketing acumen, went on to compare Mukul’s destructive batting with none other than the legendary Virat Kohli. ‘Mukul was fabulous last night. Guess who were in the bidding war with @LucknowIPL Surprise surprise it was @rajasthanroyals, well done LSG to secure a player who looks promising and beyond. The composure Mukul showed towards the end defines the IPL in many ways, it’s allowing India to quickly run away with the T 20 format itself. The kind of batting quality India will be able to throw into these T 20 World Cups is scary to say the least.’
LSG head coach Justin Langer also lauded Mukul’s exceptional talent, likening him to global cricket stars like Tim David and Andre Russell. ‘Mukul is a real athlete and runs like Virat Kohli between the wickets. There are finishers like Tim Davids and Andre Russells. I am not comparing him with them, but he has the talent to finish games like some of the renowned names. He is curious and wants to know all about the game.’
Mukul’s innings was marked by 7 towering sixes and 2 boundaries, leaving the KKR bowlers in the dust. Langer believes that the young gun still has a few tricks up his sleeve, adding that he is working tirelessly to rectify his weaknesses. ‘He is working on his weaknesses and we have kept him busy with drills.’
This performance has sent ripples across the cricketing world, with fans calling for the young starlet to be included in the Indian T20 roster. Ashwin’s words could not ring truer, as Mukul’s arrival is expected to make a significant impact in the sport.
It also serves as a testament to the incredible talent that our scouting system has been able to unearth. Mukul’s parents must be beaming with pride watching their son deliver such a stellar performance.