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Mumbai Indians’ young batting sensation, Tilak Varma, showcased not only his prowess with the bat but also his generous spirit in a heartwarming gesture after the team’s thrilling victory over the Punjab Kings on April 18.
Varma’s crucial knock of 34* off 18 deliveries played a pivotal role in Mumbai Indians’ dominant batting performance, propelling them to a formidable total of 192/7 in their allotted 20 overs. His innings, studded with two boundaries and two maximums, provided the much-needed impetus to the team’s innings, especially after Punjab Kings had momentarily wrestled back into the game.
While Mumbai Indians’ bowlers initially had Punjab Kings on the ropes, reducing them to a precarious 14/4 within just two overs, a remarkable fightback from the home side nearly resulted in a miraculous victory, only for them to be eventually bowled out for 183.
However, it was Varma’s gesture after the game that captured hearts. As he made his way back to the dressing room, the 21-year-old batter spontaneously gifted his batting gloves to two young girls, much to their delight. The act of kindness was captured on video and shared by the Mumbai Indians’ Twitter handle, with the caption: “Scored 34* (18), took an important catch and this… Gave two budding young cricketers a reason to believe in their dreams.”
Varma’s gesture not only exemplifies sportsmanship but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring cricketers, particularly young girls, who now have renewed belief in their dreams of making it big in the world of cricket. His actions off the field resonate as strongly as his performance on it, earning him admiration from fans and fellow cricketers alike.
