'Didn’t Expect to Be Back This Early': Tilak Varma Credits BCCI and CoE After Strong Comeback Knock

Mumbai Indians' young sensation Tilak Varma made a highly successful return from injury, playing a pivotal role in India's 30-run warm-up win over South Africa. Varma struck a quickfire 45 runs off just 19 balls, seamlessly integrating back into the aggressive batting unit. His performance is a major boost for the national side and his IPL franchise, confirming his fitness ahead of the major tournament.

Speaking after the match, Varma expressed surprise and gratitude regarding his swift recovery timeline, crediting the BCCI and Centre of Excellence (CoE) for his accelerated return. His free-flowing knock, inspired by the team's aggressive approach, signals that the middle-order batter is in excellent touch and ready for the challenges ahead, alleviating previous injury concerns.