LSG’s new pace-sensation Mayank Yadav swiftly gained overnight fame, amassing over 40 thousand Instagram followers. His remarkable debut performance at just 21 years old sparked widespread admiration as he unleashed his pace to dismantle the Punjab Kings batting lineup, securing Lucknow Super Giants’ inaugural win of IPL 2024.
In a video shared by the IPL outfit, Mayank revealed he had a mere 4000 followers before the match, which cranked up to 15 after his match-winning performance growing to 43 thousand.
Mayank Yadav outshines on IPL debut:
Mayank’s impressive figures of 3 for 27 in four overs, coupled with the coveted Player-of-the-Match accolade, showcased his prowess. Notably, it was his sheer speed that captured everyone’s attention, registering 147kph with his opening delivery and soaring to 155.8kph in the following over, marking the fastest ball in IPL 2024 thus far.
Despite grappling with injuries over the past year, Mayank’s IPL journey commenced on a high note. Initially acquired by LSG for INR 20 lakh at the 2022 mega auction, he persevered through setbacks to make a significant impact.
Mayank’s pivotal role as the final bowler utilized by LSG proved instrumental, especially after Punjab Kings surged to 102 for 0 by the 12th over while chasing 200. Although initially conceding boundaries, he swiftly bounced back, dismissing key batters like Jonny Bairstow and Prabhsimran Singh. His relentless aggression paid off, disrupting Punjab’s momentum and limiting them to 178 for 5 by the end of their innings.
