Goa, May 2 -- Not all debuts follow the same script-and Raghu Sharma's story proves exactly that. While youngsters Danish Malewar and Krish Bhagat stepped into the IPL spotlight early in their careers, Raghu arrived at 33, an age when many players begin to wind down.

When Hardik Pandya handed him his Mumbai Indians cap at the MA Chidambaram Stadium against Chennai Super Kings, curiosity spread instantly. Who was this late entrant?

Raghu's cricket journey began unusually late at 18, inspired by India's 2011 World Cup triumph. Starting as a fast bowler, a hamstring injury changed everything. Experimenting in the nets led to a life-changing suggestion from Madan Lal-to become a leg spinner.

After years of grinding through domestic cricket...