Mayank Yadav, the leading pace bowler for Lucknow Super Giants, has been causing quite a stir in the ongoing 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) with his remarkable speed, swiftly gaining recognition across the town.
His knack for unsettling batsmen with the ferocity of his deliveries has garnered praise from numerous former cricketing icons, making the 21-year-old a topic of discussion among enthusiasts.
The latest accolade comes from former West Indian cricketer Ian Bishop, who recently advocated for the inclusion of a sixth name in the newly introduced fast bowling contract by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Nothing else needs to be seen to add a sixth name to the fast bowling contracts list.
— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) April 2, 2024
This contract, unveiled on February 28 alongside the annual player retainership contract for the 2023-24 season, comprises five players: Akash Deep, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Umran Malik, Yash Dayal, and Vidwath Kaverappa.
Mayank showcased his prowess by claiming figures of 3/14 in his four overs against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and firing the fastest delivery of IPL 2024, clocking 156.7 kmph on the speed gun.
For his match-winning performance, which propelled Lucknow Super Giants to victory by 28 runs, Mayank was rightfully awarded the Player of the Match (POTM) title. Remarkably, this marks his second consecutive POTM award of the season, a feat that brings him immense satisfaction as he continues to contribute significantly to the team’s success.
