NEW DELHI: Mayank Yadav‘s journey from the alleys of Delhi to his maiden India call-up is the stuff of desires. A quick bowler, who clocks in speeds that ship batters ducking for canopy, Mayank is now set to don the Indian jersey for the primary time within the upcoming T20I collection in opposition to Bangladesh, starting October 6.
Identified for his blistering tempo, Mayank caught the world’s consideration when he made debut for Lucknow Tremendous Giants (LSG) within the IPL 2024.
In that unforgettable match in opposition to Punjab Kings, Mayank’s fiery deliveries wreaked havoc in such a way that opponent skipper Dhawan was pressured to uplift the excellence.
“We began off nicely, however Mayank bowled nicely along with his tempo. It was good dealing with him, I used to be stunned at his tempo,” Dhawan stated after the match.
The numbers converse for themselves – figures of three/27 in his 4 overs and a fame for unsettling even probably the most seasoned batters.
His impression was felt not simply by the gang, but additionally by the likes of fast-bowling legend Brett Lee, who hailed him as “India’s quickest bowler.”
His flamboyant bowling, backed by easy motion, continued to encourage within the match in opposition to Royal Challengers Bengaluru as he swept Australia worldwide Cameron Green apart with a supply clocking 156.7 kph.
However behind the uncooked pace is a narrative of perseverance. Accidents sidelined Mayank for a lot of his younger profession, together with the latter a part of IPL 2024.
Regardless of this setback, his expertise has led to a centered rehabilitation program, with the teenager bowling 14-15 overs per day on the NCA.
The upcoming Bangladesh collection gives a precious probability for the nationwide selectors to evaluate his worldwide readiness in a restricted bowling capability, earlier than doubtlessly introducing him to longer codecs just like the Ranji Trophy.
From being the child in New Delhi’s Motinagar who rattled batters with head-high deliveries, to now being hailed as India’s new tempo sensation, Mayank’s ascent has been each thrilling and inspirational.
The 22-year-old has had notable mentors just like the late Tarak Sinha, who additionally coached Rishabh Pant.
Regardless of not having performed U-14 or U-16 cricket, his rise in Delhi’s cricketing circles was meteoric. Now, along with his first India call-up in hand, Mayank stands on the cusp of one thing greater.
