Ipl 2024: who is kwena maphaka, youngest player to play for mumbai indians?

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Acquired for his base price of Rs 50 Lakh, the speedster was drafted into MI’s squad to fill in injured Dilshan Madushanka’s shoes.  Maphaka, who emerged as the standout performer in the U19


World Cup held in South Africa earlier this year, showcased his prowess by claiming 21 wickets in a mere six innings, boasting an impressive average of 9.71. His remarkable performance in


the prestigious tournament also earned him a spot in the Lions squad for the CSA T20 Challenge, where he continued to impress by bagging seven wickets across just four matches. Kwena's


journey towards cricket stardom began at the tender age of three. His passion for the sport saw him joining his school's Under-9 team at the age of six, marking the onset of his


promising career. His trajectory continued upwards, making his debut in international cricket at the Under-19 level when he was just 15 years old.