A Rising Star with Blistering Pace
Mayank Yadav has quickly become one of India’s most exciting young fast bowlers, known for his express pace and sharp control. His performances in IPL 2024 caught the cricketing world’s attention, where he consistently clocked speeds above 150 km/h. However, his rise has been hampered by injuries, and he is currently undergoing rehabilitation following yet another setback after his international debut.
Zaheer Khan’s Positive Update on Mayank’s Recovery
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) mentor and former Indian pace-bowling legend Zaheer Khan has provided an optimistic update on Mayank’s fitness. Speaking to the Times of India, Zaheer emphasized the collaborative efforts between LSG and the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in ensuring the young pacer’s smooth recovery.
“We’ve had some interesting conversations on his roadmap to recovery and fitness with the NCA. We are working with them and hope for their support,” Zaheer stated. “He is not only important for LSG but also for Indian cricket.”
Injury Setbacks and Determination to Return
Mayank’s IPL 2024 campaign was cut short after just four matches due to an abdominal injury. Despite his limited appearances, his performances were enough to establish him as a future star. Unfortunately, his injury concerns resurfaced after his T20I debut for India against Bangladesh in October 2024, forcing him to miss the entire domestic white-ball season.
LSG’s Commitment to Mayank’s Future
Despite his injury concerns, Lucknow Super Giants reaffirmed their faith in Mayank by retaining him for a whopping INR 11 crore ahead of the IPL 2025 auction. The franchise sees him as a long-term asset, set to lead their pace attack alongside Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, and Shamar Joseph.
Zaheer Khan, having battled injuries during his own playing career, understands the challenges of a fast bowler’s workload and is keen on ensuring Mayank’s longevity.
“A bowler of his calibre should play consistently for a long time,” Zaheer said. “I’m putting in effort and energy to give him the best environment to play longer. We want him 150% fit, so we will do everything possible to get him in top fitness.”
Looking Ahead: Will Mayank Return for IPL 2025?
With IPL 2025 set to begin in late March, both Indian fans and LSG supporters eagerly await Mayank’s return to competitive cricket. His ability to bowl with raw pace makes him a rare asset, and his full fitness will be crucial for both LSG and India’s future plans.
As the countdown to IPL 2025 continues, the hope remains that Mayank Yadav will overcome his injury setbacks and once again set the stage on fire with his incredible speed.(cricket betting sites)