IPL 2024: ‘Mayank Yadav Faster Than Shoaib Akhtar’ – LSG Head Coach Justin Langer
Justin Langer couldn't resist teasing Shoaib Akhtar with the iconic fan-favorite dialogue 'fenta mar diya’.
Known for his sheer pace and immaculate accuracy, Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) Mayank Yadav is the talk of the town in the ongoing IPL 2024 season, emerging as a bowling sensation in cricket circles.
Mayank burst onto the scene against Punjab Kings, stealing the spotlight by single-handedly turning the game around with a three-wicket haul, guiding Lucknow Super Giants to an emphatic win.
Mayank Yadav, the speed demon of LSG, sent shockwaves through the RCB batting lineup and stunned the crowd at the Chinnaswamy Stadium with a thunderous delivery clocking an incredible 156.7kph.
His outstanding performance didn’t go unnoticed by cricketing greats Brett Lee and Dale Steyn, both of whom showered praise on the budding Indian fast bowler for his sheer pace and bright future in the sport.
Lucknow Super Giants’ head coach, Justin Langer, showered Mayank Yadav with praise, even daring to compare his pace to that of the legendary Shoaib Akhtar, suggesting Mayank Yadav might be even faster.
It’s worth mentioning that Shoaib Akhtar holds the record for the fastest delivery ever bowled in cricket history, clocking an astounding 161.3 km/h. Following closely behind are Brett Lee and Shaun Tait, both of whom delivered deliveries at 161.1 km/h.
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