Chennai Super Kings Honor Mukesh Choudhary's Mother with Black Armbands

CSK's Tribute During IPL 2026 Match

During the IPL 2026 match against the Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium on April 23, players from the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) were seen wearing black armbands.

This match marked the 40th encounter between CSK and MI, with Mumbai having won 21 of the previous 39 matches, while CSK secured victory 18 times, highlighting a fierce rivalry.

Notably, both Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, who have been pivotal in this rivalry, were absent from the playing XI due to injuries.

Reason Behind the Black Armbands

As CSK openers Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad took to the field, the black armbands drew attention, prompting viewers to inquire about their significance.

These armbands were worn in memory of Mukesh Choudhary's mother, Prem Devi, who passed away on April 21 after a long illness. The team chose to honor her during this significant match.

Choudhary had to return to his hometown of Bhilwara, Rajasthan, to conduct his mother's last rites following the match against the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

His mother had been receiving treatment at Tata Hospital in Mumbai, where MS Dhoni reportedly maintained contact and even visited her.

Team Solidarity and Support

Despite his personal loss, Mukesh Choudhary rejoined the CSK squad for the match against MI, with the black armbands symbolizing the team's support during this emotional time.

This one is for Mukesh’s mother. In her memory and in solidarity with Mukesh, we wear black armbands and play with a little more in our hearts today.

Fans Show Respect for Mukesh Choudhary

Choudhary's decision to play despite his mother's passing garnered widespread admiration on social media, with many praising his professionalism and emotional resilience.

Fans expressed their respect for Choudhary, emphasizing the importance of compassion and support during such a difficult time, urging others to refrain from trolling him regardless of his performance.

Choudhary's Performance in IPL 2026

In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Mukesh Choudhary has played only one match against the Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he recorded figures of 2/21 with an economy rate of 10.50.