Mukesh Choudhary turns up for CSK after mother's passing, team pays heartfelt tribute
MI vs CSK: Mukesh Choudhary returns for CSK days after his mother's passing, as teammates wear black armbands in tribute during the MI clash at Wankhede.
Chennai Super Kings pacer Mukesh Choudhary showed remarkable resolve as he featured in their clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, just days after the passing of his mother.
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In a difficult personal moment, Mukesh kept his focus and delivered with discipline in a high-pressure game. His reward came against Quinton de Kock. Sticking to tight lines and giving no room, Mukesh forced de Kock into a rushed shot.
Looking to break the pressure, the batter reached out for a boundary but dragged the ball back onto his stumps off an inside edge. It was a telling moment that reflected both Mukesh’s control with the ball and his ability to stay composed under pressure.
Choudhary was named in the playing XI for his first game of the season, with CSK confirming on social media that the team would wear black armbands in his mother’s memory. “In her memory and in solidarity with Mukesh, we wear black armbands and play with a little more in our hearts today,” the franchise said on X.
Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to bowl first, meaning Choudhary is expected to feature with the ball later in the innings. His presence on the field came as a poignant moment, underlining both personal strength and team solidarity during an emotionally challenging period.
According to reports by Dainik Bhaskar, Mukesh’s mother, Prem Devi, passed away on Tuesday after being unwell for nearly a year. She had been undergoing treatment at the Tata Hospital in Mumbai. The left-arm pacer, who had been with his team during the ongoing Indian Premier League, immediately travelled to Bhilwara upon receiving the news.
He reportedly reached his maternal village on Tuesday evening and performed the final rites alongside his elder brother, Dr Rajesh. Mukesh, who hails from Pardodas village in Rajasthan’s Bhilwara district, comes from a family that has long been based in Maharashtra, where his father Gopal Choudhary runs a business.
In a further show of support, it was reported that MS Dhoni stood by the family during this period. A family friend claimed that the former India captain not only boosted Mukesh’s morale but also visited the hospital to meet his mother.
Choudhary’s decision to return to action so soon after such a personal loss added a deeply emotional layer to the high-profile encounter, with CSK’s tribute reflecting the unity within the squad.
MI vs CSK: Playing XIs
Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI) – Sanju Samson (WK), Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Sarfaraz Khan, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh and Mukesh Choudhary.
Impact options for CSK – Prashant Veer, Matthew Short, Matt Henry, Akeal Hosein and Urvil Patel.
Mumbai Indians (Unchanged Playing XI) – Quinton de Kock (WK), Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (C), Tilak Varma, Sherfane Rutherford, Mitchell Santner, Jasprit Bumrah, Krish Bhagat, AM Ghazanfar and Ashwani Kumar.
Impact options for MI – Will Jacks, Raj Bawa, Shardul Thakur, Danish Malewar and Mayank Rawat.
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Chennai Super Kings pacer Mukesh Choudhary showed remarkable resolve as he featured in their clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, just days after the passing of his mother.
MI vs CSK, IPL 2026: Updates | Scorecard
In a difficult personal moment, Mukesh kept his focus and delivered with discipline in a high-pressure game. His reward came against Quinton de Kock. Sticking to tight lines and giving no room, Mukesh forced de Kock into a rushed shot.
Looking to break the pressure, the batter reached out for a boundary but dragged the ball back onto his stumps off an inside edge. It was a telling moment that reflected both Mukesh’s control with the ball and his ability to stay composed under pressure.
Choudhary was named in the playing XI for his first game of the season, with CSK confirming on social media that the team would wear black armbands in his mother’s memory. “In her memory and in solidarity with Mukesh, we wear black armbands and play with a little more in our hearts today,” the franchise said on X.
Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to bowl first, meaning Choudhary is expected to feature with the ball later in the innings. His presence on the field came as a poignant moment, underlining both personal strength and team solidarity during an emotionally challenging period.
According to reports by Dainik Bhaskar, Mukesh’s mother, Prem Devi, passed away on Tuesday after being unwell for nearly a year. She had been undergoing treatment at the Tata Hospital in Mumbai. The left-arm pacer, who had been with his team during the ongoing Indian Premier League, immediately travelled to Bhilwara upon receiving the news.
He reportedly reached his maternal village on Tuesday evening and performed the final rites alongside his elder brother, Dr Rajesh. Mukesh, who hails from Pardodas village in Rajasthan’s Bhilwara district, comes from a family that has long been based in Maharashtra, where his father Gopal Choudhary runs a business.
In a further show of support, it was reported that MS Dhoni stood by the family during this period. A family friend claimed that the former India captain not only boosted Mukesh’s morale but also visited the hospital to meet his mother.
Choudhary’s decision to return to action so soon after such a personal loss added a deeply emotional layer to the high-profile encounter, with CSK’s tribute reflecting the unity within the squad.
MI vs CSK: Playing XIs
Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI) – Sanju Samson (WK), Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Sarfaraz Khan, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh and Mukesh Choudhary.
Impact options for CSK – Prashant Veer, Matthew Short, Matt Henry, Akeal Hosein and Urvil Patel.
Mumbai Indians (Unchanged Playing XI) – Quinton de Kock (WK), Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (C), Tilak Varma, Sherfane Rutherford, Mitchell Santner, Jasprit Bumrah, Krish Bhagat, AM Ghazanfar and Ashwani Kumar.
Impact options for MI – Will Jacks, Raj Bawa, Shardul Thakur, Danish Malewar and Mayank Rawat.
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