New Delhi: In the 11th league match of the Indian Premier League (IPL), 21-year-old fast bowler Mayank Yadav created a sensation with his remarkable speed. Representing the Lucknow Super Giants, Mayank played his debut IPL match against the Punjab Kings. His performance set a record for fast bowling in debut matches, and he achieved the distinction of bowling the fastest ball in IPL 2024.
Mayank’s impressive debut:
- Speed Record: Mayank bowled at an astonishing 155.8 kilometers per hour, surpassing any other bowler’s speed in the current IPL season.
- Dangerous Yorker: Legends and fans alike were surprised by Mayank’s Dangerous Yorker, which added to his impact.
- Match Stats: In the match against Punjab Kings, Mayank bowled 4 overs, taking 3 wickets for 27 runs.
- Player of the Match: His outstanding performance helped the Lucknow Super Giants secure victory, making him the first fast bowler to be named Player of the Match on debut.
Breaking records:
- Fastest Ball: Mayank’s 155.8 kmph delivery broke the record set earlier in the season by Rajasthan Royals’ Nandre Berger (153 kmph).
- Dot Balls: He bowled 12 dot balls out of his 24 deliveries, putting immense pressure on the opposition.
- Key Dismissals: Mayank sent prominent batsmen like Jonny Bairstow, Jitesh Sharma, and Prabhsimran Singh back to the pavilion.
Background and achievements:
- CK Nayudu Trophy: Before his IPL debut, Mayank had already made waves in the Under-23 Colonel CK Nayudu Trophy, where he took 15 wickets in 6 matches.
- List A and T20 Performances: In List A matches, he has 34 wickets in 17 games, and in T20 matches, he boasts 12 wickets in 10 matches.
- Vijay Hazare Trophy: Mayank’s talent was evident in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, where he claimed 6 wickets in 5 matches.
- Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy: He continued his form, taking 5 wickets in 4 matches in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy.
- Training: Mayank honed his skills at the Sonet Club in Delhi.
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