Tilak Varma shares 5 key insights during recent chat show amid AUS vs IND 2025 series
Tilak Varma revealed five fascinating insights during his recent chat show appearance, sharing personal experiences, memorable moments, and behind-the-scenes stories from his cricketing journey, capturing fans’ attention amid the AUS vs IND 2025 series.
Team India’s rising star Tilak Varma played a crucial role in India’s Asia Cup 2025 victory, delivering a match-winning unbeaten half-century in the final against Pakistan. His composed innings helped India clinch the title and showcased his potential on the big stage.
The 22-year-old left-hander has made a strong impression in his short international career. Since making his ODI and T20I debuts in 2023, Tilak has featured in four ODIs and 32 T20Is. In the shorter format, he has scored 962 runs, including two centuries and four fifties, proving his consistency and ability to perform under pressure.
Tilak has been named in India’s T20I squad for the upcoming five-match series in Australia, while the team continues its ODI campaign. Recently, he appeared on ‘Breakfast with Champions,’ where he spoke about the Asia Cup, meeting Rohit Sharma for the first time, and shared insights into his journey and ambitions in international cricket.
Tilak Varma Shares Five Intriguing Insights on Recent Chat Show:
During his recent appearance on a chat show, Tilak Varma shared five intriguing insights and comments, offering a glimpse into his thoughts and experiences amid the ongoing AUS vs IND 2025 series.
1. Tilak Varma opens up about India A Bangladesh hospitalization
Tilak Varma revealed a startling incident from his India A tour in Bangladesh, when he was hospitalized mid-game. He had to leave the field immediately due to a serious health issue, leaving teammates and fans concerned.
He said, “ I was playing an India A game in Bangladesh. After a point my eyes become watery, I was not even able to lift the bat and all my nerves were hard. I retired hurt and came out. Akash Ambani called me right away.”
He further said, “ He spoke to the BCCI and they helped me a lot. At the hospital they told me it could have gotten worse if I had come even a few hours late. It was that bad. Even the needle was not going in. I just wanted to come out alive.”
Despite the setback, Tilak Varma made a full recovery and returned to form. Since then, he has become a key player for both Mumbai Indians in the IPL and India’s T20I squad, contributing consistently with his performances.
2. Meeting Rohit Sharma for the very first time
After joining MI, Tilak Varma shared his excitement about meeting team captain Rohit Sharma. He revealed that it took two days before he finally got a chance to interact with the veteran, making his first team experience even more memorable.
He said, “ It was in 2022 during COVID. We were in Taj Hotel in Mumbai. I was waiting. Rohit did not come the first two days. I met everyone but could not see him and I was waiting. I was very excited to see him as I had never met him before.”
He further said,“ He came on the third day. He was with his family. I went to the breakfast area, took some juice and just sat at one corner to see him. I wanted to go talk to him but I was scared. I was nervous so I did not go to him.”
He added, “ I went to a media guy and told him. I did not know that guy was close to Rohit. So he went and told him. Then Rohit called to my room and asked me to meet him. Then I sat with him and spoke a lot.”
3. Experiencing Wankhede and witnessing fan frenzy for MS Dhoni
Tilak Varma shared his experience playing at Mumbai’s famous Wankhede Stadium, MI’s home ground. He highlighted the thrill of facing Chennai Super Kings there and noted the incredible fan admiration for MS Dhoni, even among Mumbai supporters.
He said, “ Playing at Wankhede is a different feeling. The atmosphere, the crowd, there is a lot of fun. I even won the game against CSK there. But I see that when Mahi bhai comes, people remove their blue jerseys and the yellow shirt comes on. I thought this was amazing. Once he gets out, the blue shirts come on again.”
Tilak Varma also recalled that Wankhede Stadium holds historic significance, as it was the site where MS Dhoni led India to a memorable triumph in the 2011 World Cup final, making the venue iconic in cricket history.
4. Tilak Varma on 2022 IPL auction and joining Mumbai Indians
Tilak Varma entered the IPL in 2022 after being bought by Mumbai Indians for ₹1.7 crore. He revealed he was playing the Ranji Trophy in Cuttack during the auction and later overexerted himself, resulting in an injury after the season.
He said, “ We were playing the Ranji Trophy in Cuttack. Everyone came to my room once the auction started. Everyone started screaming when the bid started. When CSK and MI came in, when it went to 1.2 Cr, the TV started to hang and in ten seconds it had gone to 1.7. It then showed that MI bought me.”
He added, “ I had a muscle breakdown after the first IPL and no one knows this. I wanted to get into the Test team and I was continuously playing domestic matches. I did not focus on recovery. I would push myself and overstrained.”
Since his IPL debut, Tilak Varma has represented Mumbai Indians in 54 matches, accumulating 1,499 runs. The left-hander has showcased consistent performance, recording eight half-centuries and establishing himself as a key player for the franchise.
5. Regarding the 2025 Asia Cup trophy dispute
Tilak Varma played a stellar innings in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan, scoring an unbeaten 69 off 53 balls. Under immense pressure, he guided India from a precarious 20/3 to successfully chase 147, earning the 'Player of the Match' award for his efforts.
However, India did not receive the trophy after the match, despite waiting for a considerable time. The team held a mock celebration, pretending to lift the trophy. Speaking about the unusual situation, Tilak shared his thoughts on the controversy, expressing his disappointment while highlighting the joy of winning and the team’s resilience under pressure.
He said, “ We were actually waiting for an hour on the ground. I was lying on the ground, Arshdeep was doing his work, making reels as usual. We were all waiting thinking now the trophy will come. But even after an hour it did not. We kept looking around but it was not there. Then Arshdeep told let us celebrate how we did during the T20 World Cup and do the same here. Then we all thought okay and then we started it.”
Tilak Varma was in brilliant form during the Asia Cup 2025, amassing 213 runs across six matches. He maintained an impressive average of 71 and a strike rate of 131.48, playing a key role in India’s success throughout the tournament.
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