India’s pace sensation Mayank Yadav who stole the show in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is currently a part of a special camp at the National Cricket Academy (NCA). Mayank is training alongside the likes of Hardik Pandya, Riyan Parag and Abhishek Sharma. The young pacer who missed out on months of action due to recurring side strain is on selectors’ radar for the upcoming three-T20I series against Bangladesh starting October 6.
"Mayank hasn't complained of any pain over the last month or so. He is bowling full tilt at the NCA. The selectors are interested to see how ready he is for international cricket. With the long Test season ahead, the selectors are keen on trying new faces for the T20Is against Bangladesh. Pandya has not played competitive cricket for nearly a couple of months. Even Abhishek needs some quality practice,” a source told Times of India.
The T20I series is expected to feature a few fresh faces and give rest to Test specialists who will be in action in the home series against New Zealand.
Meanwhile, Mayank hasn't been cleared to play Ranji Trophy 2024-25 for Delhi yet. However, the selectors don't want him to be limited to just one format. He is bowling close to 20 overs in three spells throughout the day.
“The selectors don't want him to be restricted to just the T20 format. Therefore, they want to carefully monitor his progress. India head coach Gautam Gambhir and bowling coach Morne Morkel rate Mayank highly since their time at Lucknow Super Giants,” the source added.
Mayank’s IPL numbers
Mayank has played four games for LSG. He bagged seven wickets at an average of 12.14. His economy rate was almost seven runs per over.
Young side expected to take on Bangladesh
With Test pacers rested, Arshdeep Singh is likely to lead the pace attack. Harshit Rana may make his T20I debut. Earlier, there were reports that Shubman Gill may be rested. In addition, Sanju Samson may play in T20Is in absence of Rishabh Pant.
The T20I series will begin at New Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium, Gwalior.
MORE ON SPORTS TAK
After Brook, Livingstone's carnage-filled knocks, Australia lose 10 wickets within 58 runs as England set up decider with 186-run win
