Mayank Yadav: The IPL 2024 sensation fast-tracked into India T20I squad

IANS | September 28, 2024 11:29 PM

New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) At just 21 years of age, Mayank Yadav made his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut in 2024, and it didn’t take long for him to become the talk of the town. With raw speed, accuracy, and an aggressive demeanor on the field, Mayank emerged as one of the most promising fast bowlers India has produced in recent times. The promising start has now earned Mayank Yadav a maiden call-up to the India T20I squad as the selectors picked him in a new-look squad for a three-match series against Bangladesh.

Mayank Yadav, Nitish Reddy earn maiden T20I call-up against Bangladesh (Ld)

IANS | September 28, 2024 11:02 PM

Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced India's 15-member squad for the upcoming T20I series at home against Bangladesh, with several new faces and returning players making headlines. One of the biggest surprises is the inclusion of Indian Premier League 2024 sensation Mayank Yadav, who impressed with his fiery pace and wicket-taking ability in the domestic T20 league this year before injuries hampered his season.

IPL 2025 auction to feature record five retentions, one Right-to-Match option

IANS | September 28, 2024 9:30 PM

Kanpur, Sep 28 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) is set for one of its biggest shake-ups yet ahead of the 2025 season, with the tournament’s governing body likely to approve a major change to the retention rules in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled to be held in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Rain in Kanpur threatens India’s push for WTC final spot

IANS | September 28, 2024 2:03 PM

Kanpur, Sep 28 (IANS) Rain and a wet outfield have played spoilsport in the second Test between India and Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium, with the weather threatening to derail India’s quest for a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final.