Is Ayush Vartak Going to Join CSK for IPL 2026?

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has stepped into it's second phase, where all the teams have played it's half of the group matches and who are still struggling, they have a last chance to make it possible to make it big in the second phase. The five times champions, Chennai Super Kings did not have a great start to this edition with performance.

But adding to that, the team faced a lot of injuries in the camp which eventually lower the morale of the team. The Indian legend, MS Dhoni, is still out of the action and play the first match of the season. However, the management announced Ayush Mhatre replacement few days back but still was nothing disclosed about Khaleel Ahmed replacement. Moreover, there are speculations that young all-rounder from Mumbai could get a spot in CSK's squad in the remaining IPL 2026.

Possibilties of Ayush Vartak to Join CSK

Ayush Vartak, the 21-year old all-rounder, has been called up to Chennai for the mid-season trials. According to report, he will be attending trials which can eventually lead to an IPL contract by the Chennai Super Kings. There are chances that fans can see Ayush Vartak CSK journey very soon who could be announced as replacement of Khaleel Ahmed. The all-rounder will bring depth to the CSK squad who was hit by a lot of injuries. He could provide his services from both bat and ball and adding a crucial element into the game.

Ayush Vartak's Recent Exceptional Performances

The all rounder has been in great touch in the last recent matches, where he even Smashed 26 Sixes in U23 State A Trophy. He has been playing exceptionally well as in the last 11 matches, he scored runs at an impressive average of over 120+. He will enhance the depth of CSK's lineup if given a chance in the remaining of the IPL. However, here are the stats of his last 11 innings from Col CK Nayadu Trophy and Mumbai Cricket: