Mayank Yadav returned to the IPL on April 22, 2026, after a lengthy absence of 353 days due to a lower back stress fracture.
In his comeback match at Ekana Stadium, he faced the Rajasthan Royals. Unfortunately, Mayank conceded 56 runs in just four overs without taking a wicket.
He bowled at an impressive pace of 151 km/h but struggled to contain the runs. “Mayank showed pace but faced an expensive outing on IPL return,” observers noted.
Lucknow Super Giants purchased him for Rs 11 crore. His limited presence in the IPL 2025 season saw him play only two matches, where he managed just two wickets at an average of 50 and an economy rate of 12.5.
Before returning to the IPL, Mayank played for India A in T20 World Cup warm-up matches against the USA and Namibia. He had previously made a memorable debut in 2024, impressing fans with his sheer pace.
Still, expectations remain that he will contribute with wickets in upcoming fixtures. His performance was particularly disappointing as he was the most expensive bowler for LSG on that day.
Details remain unconfirmed about how Mayank will adjust moving forward. Observers are keenly watching his next appearances.
