All-rounder Daryl Mitchell showcased his softer side off the cricket field as he indulged in a delightful doodling session with his young daughter, Lily, amidst the Chennai Super Kings camp. Lily’s early interest in cricket was evident as she eagerly attempted to draw a cricket bat on a whiteboard, seeking her father’s approval.
In a heartwarming video shared by the Chennai-based franchise on Instagram, Mitchell’s daughter showcased her budding talent, drawing a smile from her father, who praised her efforts with a simple “That’s nice. Good work.” Encouraged by her father’s words, Lily obediently headed off to bed, leaving Mitchell to cherish the sweet father-daughter moment.
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Daryl Mitchell, a recent addition to the CSK squad, made waves during the IPL 2022 season with Rajasthan Royals before securing a lucrative deal with the defending champions at the mini-auction last year.
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The Kiwi all-rounder’s INR 14 crore acquisition marked him as a prized asset for CSK, and he’s been striving to carve his niche within the team. His IPL journey with CSK has been nothing short of remarkable, notably marked by his maiden IPL fifty against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
In a captivating display of batting prowess at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Mitchell played a pivotal role alongside captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, narrowly missing out on a century.
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With a blend of caution and aggression, Daryl Mitchell crafted a quickfire 52 off just 32 balls, delighting the home crowd. As Mitchell reached his milestone, the joyous celebration echoed not just from the stands but also from his family, as his wife Amy and daughter Lily shared in the excitement.
Daddy scored a 5️⃣0️⃣ 🥳#CSKvSRH #Yellove 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/EO4hXYEzAn
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 28, 2024
