Raghu Sharma Makes IPL Debut for Mumbai Indians Against Chennai Super Kings
Who Is Raghu Sharma? 33-Year-Old Leg Spinner Makes IPL Debut For Mumbai Indians Against CSK
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Raghu Sharma, a 33-year-old leg spinner from Punjab, made his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut for the Mumbai Indians on May 2, 2026, against the Chennai Super Kings. He received his cap from captain Hardik Pandya at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
- 01Raghu Sharma is making his IPL debut at the age of 33.
- 02He plays for Punjab in domestic cricket.
- 03Sharma was signed by Mumbai Indians as a replacement for an injured player.
- 04He was bought for ₹30 lakh (approximately $36,000 USD) last year.
- 05This is his first match after being signed.
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Raghu Sharma, a 33-year-old leg spinner representing Punjab in domestic cricket, made his debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the Mumbai Indians on May 2, 2026. He received his cap from the team's captain, Hardik Pandya, before the match against the Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Sharma was signed as a replacement for the injured Vignesh Puthur in 2025 for ₹30 lakh (approximately $36,000 USD). Despite being signed last year, this match marks his first opportunity to play in the IPL.
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Raghu Sharma's debut adds depth to the Mumbai Indians' bowling lineup, which could influence their performance in the ongoing IPL season.
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