Mayank Yadav for T20 World Cup: Rookie Indian pacer tipped to be Mohammed Shami's replacement in USA, West Indies
Hindustan TimesMayank Yadav, India’s newest speed sensation, is 21, has played 17 List A, 13 T20s and one First-Class game in his professional career, but has already become a red-hot contender for India's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup starting June 1 in USA and the West Indies. Against Punjab Kings, Mayank bowled the fastest ball of the IPL 2024 before bettering it the next game versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru and drawing plaudits from all around the Indian cricket fraternity. LSG pacer Mayank Yadav in full swing Such has been Mayank’s impact that he already finds his name being discussed among India’s probables for the World Cup. Someone with that kind of pace and accuracy, deserves a place in the T20 World Cup squad.” Mayank's standout feature is that he isn't just an all-pace bowler.