Lucknow Super Giants’ fiery pacer Mayank Yadav has taken the IPL 2024 by storm. His raw pace and wicket-taking abilities were on full display on Tuesday (April 2) when he ripped through the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) batting order, claiming 3 crucial wickets for a mere 14 runs.
Mayank Yadav reveals why he loves RCB fans
But Yadav’s humility and sportsmanship have also been grabbing headlines. In a recent video with LSG, Yadav spoke about the surprising support he received from the RCB fans stationed near the boundary ropes. Despite rattling their star batters, the RCB fans showed their appreciation for Yadav’s exceptional performance.
This heartwarming display of sportsmanship from the RCB fans is a welcome sight in the high-octane world of the IPL, where most of the fans are divided cheering only for their preferred IPL franchise. However, RCB fans gesture goes to show the passion and respect that cricket fans have for the game and its players, even in the face of defeat.
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Why Mayank Yadav has been the talk of the town?
Mayank Yadav has become a breakout star in IPL 2024, turning heads with his raw pace and ability to dismantle batting lineups. The young LSG sensation has unleased a barrage of fiery deliveries, consistently clocking speeds over 150 kmph. He even registered the fastest delivery of the season so far, a scorching 156.7 kmph thunderbolt that left everyone stunned.
Despite playing just two matches, the 21-year-old has already racked up six wickets at an immaculate average of 6.83 and is the joint-second-highest wicket-taker so far. What makes his pace even more impressive is his ability to consistently hit the high speeds. He’s already bowled the most deliveries exceeding 155 kmph by any Indian bowler in IPL history.
