Mayank Yadav is currently one of the most talked-about and fastest pace bowlers in Indian cricket. Bowling regularly at speeds of 150+ kmph (even up to 156.7 kmph), this right-arm pacer has created a storm in the cricket world and quickly carved out a distinct identity for himself. Rising from Moti Nagar in Delhi to the IPL stage and subsequently donning the blue jersey of the Indian team, his journey has been an extraordinary tale of unique talent, hard work, and indomitable willpower.
Personal Identity & Important Information
Personal Identity
| Attribute | Description |
| Full Name | Mayank Prabhu Yadav |
| Favorite Players | Dale Steyn, Mitchell Starc, and Jasprit Bumrah |
| Date of Birth | June 17, 2002 (Age 24) |
| Birthplace | Moti Nagar, New Delhi, India |
| Current Residence (Home) | New Delhi, India |
| Country | India |
| Height | 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Father’s Name | Prabhu Dayal Yadav |
| Mother’s Name | Mamta Yadav |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
Important Information
| Attribute | Description |
| Role | Right-arm Fast Bowler |
| Fastest Bowling | 156.7 kmph Pacer |
| International Cap Number | Cap Number 117 |
| Jersey Number | IPL Number 8 Jersey / International Number 44 Jersey |
| IPL Team | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) |
| IPL salary | ₹11 Crore |
| Net Worth | ₹20 Crore |
Birth, Childhood & Family Background
Mayank Yadav was born on June 17, 2002, in Moti Nagar, New Delhi. His father, Prabhu Dayal Yadav, is a businessman. Since childhood, Mayank had a strange fascination with speed. He was mesmerized by the speed of fighter jets and rockets as a child, which was later reflected in his bowling. With his father’s encouragement and full support, he stepped into professional cricket.
Introduction to Cricket & Long Struggle
Mayank’s core cricket training began at Delhi’s famous Sonnet Club under the renowned late coach Tarak Sinha and Devendra Sharma. The rigorous practice at the Sonnet Club built his mental toughness and bowling discipline. However, Mayank’s path to the top was not smooth. Early in his career, he had to sit out of the field several times due to back-to-back injuries. But every time, he completed his rehabilitation (rehab) and returned to the field with double the strength.
Stellar Rise in Domestic Cricket
Mayank made his List A debut for Delhi against Himachal Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in December 2021. He made his T20 debut against Services in October 2022 and his first-class debut against Maharashtra in December 2022. He caught the attention of national selectors and IPL franchises by continuously bowling 145+ kmph bouncers and perfect yorkers in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy.
IPL Journey & Lucknow Super Giants
In the 2022 IPL mega auction, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) roped in Mayank Yadav at a base price of just ₹20 Lakh. Although he couldn’t play in the 2023 season due to injury, he took the field in the 2024 season with the same ₹20 Lakh contract and made his much-awaited IPL debut against Punjab Kings on March 30, 2024.
- First Sensation: In his debut match, he created a storm by bowling at a speed of 155.8 kmph, taking 3 wickets for 27 runs, and was adjudged the ‘Player of the Match’.
- Speed Record: In the very next match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), he bowled a delivery at 156.7 kmph and picked up 3 wickets for 14 runs.
- Unique Record: Mayank set the first-ever record in IPL history of winning the ‘Player of the Match’ award in his first two consecutive matches after making a debut.
- Mega Retention: Due to his unforgettable pace, Lucknow Super Giants retained him for ₹11 Crore for the 2025 and 2026 IPL seasons.
International T20 Debut: Dream Come True in the Blue Jersey
After showcasing his terrifying pace in the IPL, Mayank Yadav made his T20 International (T20I) debut for India against Bangladesh in Gwalior on October 6, 2024. He received India’s 117th T20I cap. He started the first over of his international career with a maiden (becoming the third Indian to do so after Ajit Agarkar and Arshdeep Singh).
Bowling Statistics
| Format | Matches | Innings | Balls | Maiden Overs | Runs Conceded | Wickets | Best Bowling | Economy | Average | 4 Wickets | 5 Wickets | Catches |
| T20I (International) | 3 | 3 | 72 | 1 | 83 | 4 | 2/32 | 6.92 | 20.75 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| IPL | 10 | 10 | 217 | 0 | 367 | 9 | 3/14 | 10.15 | 40.78 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| First Class (FC) | 1 | 1 | 104 | 3 | 46 | 2 | 2/46 | 2.65 | 23.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 17 | 17 | 822 | 12 | 733 | 34 | 4/47 | 5.35 | 21.56 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Domestic T20 | 23 | 22 | 463 | 1 | 637 | 25 | 3/14 | 8.25 | 25.48 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Debut & Cap Number and Debut Match Statistics
| Format | Debut Date | Opponent Team | Venue / Ground | Cap Number | Debut Statistics (Bowling / Batting) |
| T20I (International) | October 06, 2024 | Bangladesh | Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Stadium, Gwalior | 117 (India) | Bowling: 4 Overs – 21 Runs – 1 Wicket (1 Maiden) Batting: Did not bat |
| IPL | March 30, 2024 | Punjab Kings | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | – (LSG) | Bowling: 4 Overs – 27 Runs – 3 Wickets Batting: Did not bat |
| First Class (FC) | December 13, 2022 | Maharashtra | MCA Stadium, Pune | – (Delhi) | Bowling: 17.2 Overs – 46 Runs – 2 Wickets Batting: 5 Runs |
| List A | December 12, 2021 | Haryana | Sector 16 Stadium, Chandigarh | – (Delhi) | Bowling: 10 Overs – 61 Runs – 3 Wickets Batting: Did not bat |
| Domestic T20 | October 11, 2022 | Manipur | Jaipuria Vidyalaya Ground, Jaipur | – (Delhi) | Bowling: 4 Overs – 23 Runs – 2 Wickets Batting: Did not bat |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Conclusion
The rise of Mayank Yadav from Moti Nagar, Delhi, to rocking the national team and the IPL stage is nothing short of a fairy tale. The blend of 150+ kmph pace with perfect line and length has made him one of the best pace assets in modern cricket. If Mayank can overcome the hurdles of injury and keep himself fully fit, he will rule world cricket for a long time to come.
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