IPL 2024: Lucknow Super Giants Hopeful for Mayank Yadav’s Return Against Rajasthan Royals

Lucknow Super Giants assistant coach Sridharan Sriram praised the rapid rise of India’s latest pace sensation, Mayank Yadav, attributing it to his exceptional execution on the field. Mayank, who recently made headlines with his express pace and clocking the fastest delivery of the season, has been making a strong case for a spot in India’s T20 World Cup squad.

Sriram highlighted Mayank’s cricketing sense and pinpoint execution as key factors in his success, emphasizing that his ability to hit the right lengths has been impressive. Despite suffering an abdominal strain earlier in the season, Mayank was seen bowling in the nets, raising hopes for his return to the playing XI.

As Lucknow Super Giants gear up to face Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, Sriram expressed confidence in his team’s performance, stating that they are focused on being the best they can be without getting distracted by external factors. The team’s recent wins have propelled them to fourth place in the standings, putting them in contention for a spot in the Playoffs.

On the other side, Rajasthan Royals’ Dhruv Jurel spoke about the team’s faith in him during a lean patch, acknowledging the importance of his role as a death batter. Jurel, who has struggled to make an impact in the middle order, expressed gratitude for the management’s trust in him and saw it as an opportunity to contribute valuable runs at a higher strike rate.

With both teams aiming for a crucial victory in the upcoming match, the stage is set for an exciting showdown between Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals in the IPL.