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Mayank Yadav, a 22-year-old fast bowler, made his highly anticipated debut for the Indian national team during the first T20I match against Bangladesh in Gwalior. The match marked the beginning of a new chapter for Yadav, who showcased the impressive speed he is known for. In his four overs, he claimed one wicket while conceding 21 runs, resulting in an economy rate of 5.20. His performance was notable, particularly for the sheer speed he consistently generated throughout the match. Yadav's pace was a challenge for the Bangladeshi batters, with many deliveries exceeding 140 km/h. However, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto remained composed, stating that they were accustomed to facing such speeds during their training sessions. Shanto remarked, "We have some similar fast bowlers in the nets. I don’t think we were too worried about (Mayank Yadav). But he is a good bowler."
The match report detailed Yadav's impressive bowling figures, with 17 out of his 24 deliveries exceeding 140 km/h, although he did not reach the 150 km/h mark. His average pace was recorded at 138.7 km/h, a figure influenced by a few slower deliveries strategically thrown into the mix. His opening over, a maiden, showcased his top speed of 147.6 km/h and a minimum speed of 138 km/h, with an average pace of 142.5 km/h throughout the over. In his second over, he recorded his fastest delivery at 149.9 km/h, while his slowest ball was recorded at 113.3 km/h, resulting in an average speed of 140.1 km/h for the over. The third over saw Yadav concede 15 runs, with his fastest delivery clocking 147.7 km/h and his slowest at 140.7 km/h, resulting in an average speed of 145 km/h for the over. Yadav made an impressive comeback in his final over, conceding just three runs after a more expensive previous over. His top speed in this over was 146.5 km/h, with his slowest delivery recorded at 106.2 km/h, resulting in an average pace of 127 km/h.
Yadav's debut came after a strong performance in the IPL 2024, where he played for the Lucknow Super Giants. He had earned recognition for his blistering pace during the tournament, unfortunately, his progress was interrupted by an injury. Despite the setback, he made a strong recovery, earning a place in India's squad and ultimately making his international debut. On the BCCI's official website, Yadav, who clocked 149.9 km/h, expressed his excitement about his debut, stating, "It’s a great moment because I’m coming back from injury. I was a bit nervous this time, but I kept telling myself not to stress. When I found out I would be playing my first match, the whole flashback of the last four months came to mind." Yadav's debut performance was a testament to his hard work and dedication, showcasing his potential as a valuable asset to the Indian national team.
Source: 'I don’t think we were too worried' says Najmul Shanto on facing Mayank Yadav's fast bowling