IPL 2026 | 'I am also an electrical engineer': Mumbai Indians' Raghu Sharma after maiden IPL wicket
Raghu Sharma celebrated his maiden IPL wicket after a 15-year journey, pulling out a heartfelt note thanking his spiritual guru, parents, and Mumbai Indians. Inspired by MS Dhoni's 2011 World Cup six, the electrical engineer pursued cricket despite initial doubts and a late start, emphasizing hard work and mental strength.
NEW DELHI: A first IPL wicket, followed by a piece of paper pulled from the pocket carrying a heartfelt message - Raghu Sharma’s emotions and 15-year wait were evident as he claimed the maiden IPL wicket of his career. Raghu was playing just his second IPL match on Monday against Lucknow Super Giants and dismissed debutant Akshat Raghuwanshi for 11 to bag his first IPL scalp. The note read: “Radhe Radhe.
A very painful 15 years, by divine mercy of Gurudeva, ended today. Thanks, Mumbai Indians (Blue and Gold), for giving me this opportunity. Ever grateful.
Jai Shri Ram. ” After Mumbai Indians won the match by six wickets, Raghu expressed his emotions while speaking to IPLT20. com.
"It’s a dream come true for me that I got a maiden IPL wicket. First of all, I just want to thank my Gurudev, my spiritual guru. He is Shri Shyam Das.