This beautiful sports presenter returns to IPL 2025, she is a daughter of CSK legend..., her name is...
In this collection of pictures we shall know about the sports presenter who returned to IPL 2025. She is the daughter of Chennai Super King's star cricketer. Let's dive in.
Grace Hayden's return to IPL 2025 as a host with mascot Champak quickly took the internet by storm, gaining massive traction across Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and X for her lively presence and magnetic appeal.
Grace Hayden's lively moment with IPL's mascot Champak at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium lit up the scene — featuring spontaneous dancing, interactive crowd activities, and viral-worthy highlights.
Despite carrying a last name linked to cricket legend status, Grace Hayden has carved out her own path as a dynamic sports presenter and style reporter, showing she's far more than simply Matthew Hayden's daughter.
Grace Hayden's heartfelt homage to India, saying "Everything's louder, bigger, and better here," resonated deeply with audiences, strengthening her bond with Indian cricket enthusiasts.
Having previously worked at the 2023 Cricket World Cup and Racing X, Grace Hayden adds international media experience that complements the IPL's ambition to engage a worldwide audience.
Garnering millions of views after her IPL introduction, Grace Hayden's sponsored features and exclusive backstage glimpses are generating huge natural traction for Star Sports and its brand partners.
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