Mumbai Indians’ rising star, Tilak Varma, put up a stellar performance in the DY Patil T20 Tournament, smashing 86 runs off just 47 balls for Reliance Industries Limited against CAG. His aggressive innings included six fours and five sixes, maintaining a strike rate of 182.98.
Despite his heroics, Reliance lost the match to CAG, where Sanvir Singh’s 86 off 42 balls and Vishwaraj Jadeja’s 34 off 27* sealed the victory.
Key Highlights from DY Patil T20:
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tilak Varma | 86 | 47 | 6 | 5 | 182.98 |
| Sanvir Singh | 86 | 42 | 8 | 4 | 204.76 |
| Vishwaraj Jadeja | 34* | 27 | 3 | 1 | 125.92 |
Retained by Mumbai Indians for IPL 2025
Tilak Varma has been retained by Mumbai Indians (MI) for IPL 2025 for a whopping Rs. 8 crores, a significant increase from his earlier Rs. 1.7 crore salary. This decision highlights his growing importance in MI’s squad.
Tilak Varma’s IPL Salary Over the Years
| Year | Team | Salary in INR |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Mumbai Indians | 1.7 Cr |
| 2023 | Mumbai Indians | 1.7 Cr |
| 2024 | Mumbai Indians | 1.7 Cr |
| 2025 | Mumbai Indians | 8 Cr |
Tilak has played 38 IPL matches, scoring 1,156 runs with an impressive strike rate of 146.32, including six half-centuries.
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Tilak Varma’s Heroics Against England
In a thrilling international match against England, Tilak showcased his resilience under pressure. India was struggling at 80/5, but Tilak held his ground and counterattacked with confidence, turning the game in India’s favor.
Why Tilak Varma is a Star in the Making?
- Calm under pressure – Showed composure in crucial matches.
- Aggressive yet balanced – Maintains a high strike rate while building innings.
- Consistent performer – Has been MI’s top run-scorer in multiple seasons.
Chiranjeevi’s Viral Picture with Tilak Varma
During the India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy match, Bollywood megastar Chiranjeevi was spotted in Dubai, where he clicked a selfie with Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma. Chiranjeevi lauded India’s performance and praised Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shreyas Iyer for their contributions.
With the IPL 2025 season approaching, Mumbai Indians will be looking at Tilak Varma as a key middle-order batter. His recent performances in DY Patil T20 and international matches make him one of India’s most promising young cricketers.
Stay tuned for more updates on Tilak Varma’s journey in cricket!
