Ayush Mhatre Suffers Fresh Hamstring Niggle (Source: X)Mumbai's Ayush Mhatre has been rested as a precaution after suffering a hamstring niggle during the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 match against Chandigarh at the Wankhede Stadium.The young CSK batter did not take the field on Day 3 of the match on Tuesday (October 13), raising concerns about his fitness after returning to competitive cricket from a lengthy injury break.Ayush Mhatre Suffers Fresh Injury In Ranji TrophyIt is worth noting that Ayush Mhatre scored 48 runs off 82 balls in Mumbai's first innings before experiencing discomfort in his hamstring. According to a report by Sportstar, the 19-year-old underwent scans on Monday, and the team management decided to rest him as a precaution. Suved Parkar took his place on the field as a substitute.The latest setback comes after Mhatre spent nearly five months recovering from a hamstring injury sustained while playing for CSK in the IPL 2026 season. His fitness will be closely monitored as he looks to continue his comeback.ALSO READCSK Batter Ruled Out Of Major Indian TournamentAmol Karhadkar @karhacter Ayush Mhatre remains in the dressing room due to a hamstring issue that had been bothering him even while batting on Day 1. He underwent scan yesterday evening. Suved Parkar continues to field as a substitute #RanjiTrophy Ayush Mhatre's Injury TimelineIt is important to note that Ayush Mhatre sustained the earlier injury while batting for CSK against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18, 2026.April 18, 2026: Mhatre suffered a hamstring injury while playing for CSK against SRH in IPL 2026. April 21, 2026: CSK ruled him out of the remainder of the IPL season, with a recovery period of six to 12 weeks expected.May 4, 2026: Reports emerged that Mhatre had also sustained a wrist injury, affecting his recovery plans and ruling him out of the Mumbai T20 League.September 28, 2026: He returned to competitive cricket for Sainath Cricket Club in the Kanga League after nearly five months away.October 2026: Mhatre suffered another hamstring niggle and underwent scans in the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 match between Mumbai and Chandigarh.Ayush Mhatre earlier played in IPL 2026 and made 201 runs in 6 innings at a strike rate of 177.88 and an average of 33.50. His highest score was 73(43), which he made against Punjab Kings on April 3, 2026.ALSO READSri Lanka Test Squad Announced For Two-Match Series In Pakistan
