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‘Jai Shri Ram’ [WATCH]: Raghu Sharma takes out handwritten note after taking the first wicket in MI vs LSG IPL 2026 match

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Mumbai Indians (MI) Kept their fading playoff hopes alive with an encouraging win Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Wankhede Stadium ipl 2026. Powered by an old knocker Rohit Sharma and continued support from Ryan RickeltonMumbai Indians defeated Lucknow Super Giants in a high-pressure encounter. Whereas nicholas puran Illuminated the game with a blistering half-century, the most unforgettable moment came from an unlikely hero-Raghu Sharma.

Raghu Sharma’s first IPL wicket becomes viral moment

Playing his second IPL match, Raghu experienced his career-defining moment when he took his first wicket in the league. Dismissal itself – an easy return catch to remove the LSG debutant Akshat Raghuvanshi For 11—was straight. But what happened after this became headlines in the entire cricket world.

Instead of the traditional celebration, Raghu reaches into his pocket and takes out a handwritten note. As the cameras zoomed in, stand-in captain Suryakumar Yadav was also anxiously trying to understand the message. Within no time, this emotional gesture went viral on social media.

“Radhe Radhe. By the divine mercy of Gurudev, 15 very painful years ended today. Thank you Mumbai Indians (Blue and Gold) for giving me this opportunity. Always grateful. Jai Shri Ram,” Read Raghu’s note.

Raghu’s celebration resonated deeply with fans not because of the theatrics, but because of its authenticity. It was a rare glimpse into the emotional journey of a cricketer who had waited for over a decade for his moment on the big stage. This act was also compared Abhishek SharmaWho revealed a handwritten note after scoring a century in the last IPL season. However, Raghu’s message had a different weight – one shaped by perseverance, setbacks and faith.

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From late start to IPL success

Unlike many professional cricketers, Raghu did not progress through elite academies or structured pathways. He started taking cricket seriously only after the age of 18. Initially a fast bowler, his journey took a sharp turn after a hamstring injury forced him to reinvent himself as a leg spinner – mainly through self-learning.

His domestic career shows steady growth. In first-class cricket, Raghu has taken 57 wickets in just 12 matches at an impressive average of 22.03, including several five-wicket hauls and three 10-wicket match performances. His List A and T20 numbers underline his development as a reliable bowler.

Mumbai Indians’ confidence paid off

Raghu was brought into the Mumbai Indians squad as an injury replacement last season and was retained for IPL 2026. After spending the early part of the tournament on the bench, he made his debut against Chennai Super KingsReturning nominal data. But against LSG, he delivered a moment that went beyond statistics.

For Mumbai Indians, this win keeps their campaign alive by a thread. However, for Raghu, it was much more important – the end of a 15-year wait and the beginning of a new chapter.

Also read: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton lead MI to historic win over LSG in IPL 2026, fans go wild

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