After Lucknow Super Giants clinched a solid win over Mumbai Indians, head coach Justin Langer gave a long-awaited update on the team’s most explosive asset—Mayank Yadav. And the news? It’s music to every LSG fan’s ears.
“He’s up and running,” Langer said in the post-match press conference. “No one in India bowls faster than Mayank.” That short line sent a ripple through the IPL world—and fired up the LSG faithful.
Mayank, who was retained for a whopping ₹11 crore, has been recovering from a lumbar stress injury that sidelined him post his impressive India debut in the T20I series against Bangladesh. Since then, fans and pundits alike have been asking one question: when will he return?
Now we have the answer.
Langer confirmed that Mayank is about 95% fit and currently undergoing rehab at the National Cricket Academy (NCA). The pacer is working hard to clear his final fitness tests before making his return to the playing XI. And by the sounds of it, he’s getting very close.
His raw pace and wicket-taking ability made him an instant sensation last season, and Langer believes his return could be the X-factor LSG needs as the tournament heats up.
“He’s a weapon. Great for India, great for the IPL—and of course, great for us,” Langer added.
With LSG already showing signs of momentum, the return of Mayank could elevate the team to an entirely new level. His thunderbolts aren’t just intimidating—they’re match-defining.
So for now, fans can start the countdown. The roar of Mayank Yadav is coming back to the IPL. And when it hits, it won’t be quiet.
Brace yourselves. The missile is nearly reloaded.
