The 23-year-old left-arm wrist spinner from Kerala, Vignesh Puthur, delivered a stunning performance against Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025 season opener. Signed by the five-time champions Mumbai Indians at his base price of ₹30 lakh during the IPL auction, Vignesh was introduced as the Impact Player for their campaign opener on Sunday.
He made an immediate impact by picking up three crucial wickets. In the very first over, he dismissed CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. In the second over, he removed Shivam Dube, who was caught by Tilak Varma at long-on. His third wicket was Deepak Hooda, further denting CSK’s batting lineup.
Vignesh, the son of an auto-rickshaw driver from Malappuram, Kerala, had previously only played at the Under-14 and Under-19 state levels. Yet, this match has become a turning point in his career. He is now being celebrated across social media, with fans and cricket enthusiasts showering him with praise. His Instagram following has skyrocketed following his impressive debut performance.
Vignesh Puthur’s story is not just about cricket—it’s a tale of determination, humble beginnings, and rising against the odds.
