Mumbai, April 20 -- Ayush Mhatre became the youngest player to represent the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League following his debut for the franchise in the clash of heavyweights against Mumbai Indians on Sunday.

Mhatre, at 17 years and 278 days, is the youngest to represent the rich history of the Super Kings in the cash-rich league. He surpassed Abhinav Mukund, who made his debut for CSK at the age of 18 years and 139 days against Rajasthan Royals in 2008.

In his debut for one of the most successful franchises, Mhatre upped the ante by unleashing a blitzkrieg after Rachin Ravindra fell early in the innings. When runs had dried up for Chennai, Mhatre provided the much-needed impetus in the innings with...