In a huge shot of confidence for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and the fans, India’s express pace bowler Mayank Yadav returns in LSG. The team confirmed the comeback through a special video posted on social media with the caption, “Mayank Yadav has returned”.
Mayank’s return might prove to be the silver bullet for LSG, who are up to play against Rajasthan Royals in an IPL 2025 high-tension game this Saturday in Jaipur.
Injury Setbacks Behind, Mayank Yadav Fit To Fire
Mayank Yadav had been ruled out for much of the season with a string of injuries. Having recovered from a back injury, he was to return earlier this season before a toe injury that got infected pushed his return further.
With an intensive rehabilitation program at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, the pacer has now recovered match fitness.
Justin Langer’s Faith in Mayank’s Return
⚡ 𝐌𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐍𝐊 ⚡ 𝐘𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐕 ⚡ 𝐈𝐒 ⚡ 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊 ⚡ pic.twitter.com/c0G5p3svMA
— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) April 16, 2025
LSG team coach Justin Langer has openly spoken of how eager he was about the comeback of Mayank. Here is what he has said:
“Mayank has started bowling and running, which is a great thing for Indian cricket and the IPL. I saw footage of his bowling the other day at the NCA — he appeared 90 to 95 percent fit.
Langer’s optimism is not misplaced. Mayank has a reputation for clocking over 150 kmph consistently, which makes him one of the quickest bowlers on the Indian circuit.
A Look Back: Mayank’s Impact in IPL 2024
Even though he featured in just four games in the previous season, Mayank Yadav became headlines on account of his raw speed and wicket-taking prowess.
His incandescent spells left batters in a tizzy and earned him the reputation as one of the most thrilling young pacers in the league. Due to this, LSG retained him along with some other core players despite his injury issues.
LSG’s Injury Woes and the Road Ahead
LSG’s bowling unit has been under strain this season because of several injuries. Besides Mayank, pacers such as Mohsin Khan, Avesh Khan, and Akashdeep were also missing at the beginning.
Shardul Thakur, whose experience steadied the bowling unit, was brought in by the franchise. With Avesh and Akashdeep now featuring regularly and Mayank Yadav also back in the fray, LSG’s bowling unit suddenly seems to be powerful once again.
Current Standings and Upcoming Fixture
Despite their injury blows, Lucknow Super Giants have won four matches out of seven and are at the moment ranked fifth on the IPL 2025 points table. Their upcoming game is an important one against Rajasthan Royals at Jaipur, where everyone’s eyes will be on Mayank Yadav’s comeback in LSG colors.
Mayank Yadav Returns In LSG — A Storm Is Brewing
The return of Mayank Yadav brings serious firepower to LSG’s bowling attack. His explosive pace and eagerness to catch up for lost time can be the X-factor that propels LSG into the playoffs. Mayank Yadav returns to LSG, and IPL 2025 may see another bout of pace carnage.
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