April 9, 2023 was the date when Rinku Singh became a household name. He did the unthinkable, the unprecedented to smash last five balls of an IPL game for five lusty sixes and won his team the match. However, it all came at the expense of a heartbroken Yash Dayal. Nothing went right for him in that over but now he must feeling that the world is at his feet. After all, Dayal has been named in the recently announced India Test squad. BCCI announced the 16-man team for the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai.
Rinku Singh at IPL 2023: Darkest hour for Yash Dayal
Yash Dayal’s journey from IPL heartbreak to international hero is a shows his character. Remember that fateful day in 2023 when Rinku Singh’s five consecutive sixes turned him into a national sensation? Dayal, on the other hand, found himself at the center of a storm of criticism and disappointment. The incident, which sent shockwaves throughout, left Dayal visibly shaken and unable to continue the tournament.
Rising from the ground – Yash Dayal!
Despite the setback, Dayal’s determination and talent shone through. He was released by the Gujarat Titans but quickly found a new home with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2024. In his second stint in the league, Dayal made a strong comeback, featuring in 14 matches and claiming 15 wickets at an impressive strike rate of around 20. His performances in the IPL, coupled with a decent showing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Uttar Pradesh, caught the attention of the Indian selectors.
Selected in IND vs BAN 1st Test
Yash Dayal’s main USP has been his disciplined bowling. While he does not possess 150-kmph bowling in him, but the angle he creates often caused trouble, especially to the right-handers. Part of the India B team in the Duleep Trophy, Dayal had a superb outing in the second innings, earlier today. He claimed three wickets of the star-studded India A lineup, with Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel and Mayank Agarwal all becoming his latest victims.
Yash Dayal’s consistent performances earned him a well-deserved reward. The BCCI named him in the Indian Test squad for the series against Bangladesh, marking his maiden international call-up.
