Mayank Yadav: The Fastest Bowler in IPL History – Can He Break Shoaib Akhtar’s Record?
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The IPL 2024 has a new speed sensation – Mayank Yadav!
This young pacer from Lucknow Super Giants has taken the cricketing world by clocking the fastest delivery ever recorded in the IPL. Mayank’s journey has been impressive. He wasn’t a big name before the IPL, but his raw pace and dedication have turned heads. Earlier in the tournament, he impressed everyone with his consistent bowling and ability to take wickets. But on Tuesday night, against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), he did something remarkable.
Full Name | Mayank Prabhu Yadav |
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Born | June 17, 2002, New Delhi |
Bowling Style | Right arm Fast |
Playing Role | Bowler |
IPL Team | Lucknow Super Giants |
Sold Price | ₹ 20 Lakhs |
IPL Debut | 2022 |
Fastest Delivery in IPL History
Bowling against Virat Kohli on his 100th IPL appearance, the pressure was on. But Mayank Yadav thrived under the spotlight. He unleashed a fiery delivery that clocked a staggering 156.7 kmph! This wasn’t just fast – it shattered the previous IPL record he had set earlier in the season!
Is Shoaib Akhtar’s Record Under Threat?
While the IPL record now belongs to Mayank Yadav, cricket fans can’t help but wonder – could he challenge the all-time fastest ball record in T20 cricket? That record, currently held by legendary Pakistani pacer Shoaib Akhtar at 163.2 kmph, seems within reach for this young talent.
Mayank’s story is an inspiration for aspiring young cricketers. With hard work and perseverance, he has turned doubters into believers. His ability to bowl consistently fast spells and his knack for picking up crucial wickets makes him a valuable asset for the Lucknow Super Giants.
What’s Next for Mayank Yadav?
Mayank Yadav has become a household name overnight. Cricket experts are excited to see what the future holds for this young speedster in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2024. Will he continue to break records? Will he be selected for the Indian national team for the T20 World Cup 2024? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure – Mayank Yadav is a name to remember!
Faizan, a seasoned cricket journalist with over 5 years of experience, has made contributions to renowned platforms like ESPNcricinfo, SportsKeeda, Times of India, and Hindustan Times where he covered the IPL and Indian Cricket Team. Using his expertise and experience, he started a new venture, a cricket betting information site, dedicated to delivering insightful analysis and updates to IPL Betting enthusiasts
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