In a thrilling IPL 2024 encounter at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, Mayank Yadav of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made headlines with his electrifying pace, leaving the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batters in awe. Clocking an astonishing 156.7kph, Mayank Yadav delivered the fastest ball of the ongoing season, setting the stadium abuzz with excitement and admiration.
His fiery runs destabilized the RCB batting line-up and eventually helped LSG win by 28 runs.
Mayank Yadav’s brilliant performance is not brilliant for once; It was a testament to his raw talent and ability.
Earlier in the tournament, he had already made waves by consistently bowling deliveries over 150 kmph in a single match, clinching three crucial wickets against Punjab Kings. His exceptional bowling skills impressed cricketing legends such as Brett Lee and Dale Steyn who were impressed by his pace and power on the field.
With three wickets for just 14 runs in his quota of four overs, Mayank Yadav’s fiery spell helped bundle RCB out for 153 in 19.4 overs.
His thunderous deliveries dismissed leading batsmen like Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green and Rajat Patidar, and proved his ability to slice through the opposition batting line-up with ease
The young fast bowler has been lauded by the cricketing fraternity while legends like Surya Kumar Yadav and Dale Steyn have acknowledged his exceptional bowling performance
Ian Bishop, the legendary Windies cricketer, described Mayank Yadav as “a child of the wind” for his remarkable pace and skill.
KL Rahul, the skipper of Lucknow Super Giants, commended Mayank Yadav’s dedication and professionalism, highlighting his relentless efforts to maintain peak performance. Mayank’s consistent bowling at speeds exceeding 150 kmph, coupled with his remarkable temperament, has positioned him as a formidable force in the IPL 2024 season.
Mayank Yadav’s stellar performance not only secured victories for LSG but also earned him the Player of the Match award in consecutive games, making him the first player to achieve this feat in his first two IPL appearances. As Mayank sets his sights on representing the Indian cricket team, his record-breaking season in the IPL serves as a testament to his potential and determination to excel at the highest level of the sport.
