In IPL 2024 action on Friday, the Lucknow Super Giants were defeated by six wickets against the Tehran Capitals. The team, led by KL Rahul, was deterred by the returning DC spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who accumulated an impressive 3/20 while limiting the hosts to 167/7 in Lucknow. The hosts had won three consecutive matches prior to this. The away team dafabet prevented relegation to the bottom of the standings and achieved a decisive victory by successfully pursuing the target with eleven balls remaining.

Mayank Yadav, one of LSG’s primary pacers, was absent from the match against the Capitals. Despite his advanced age and remarkable velocity surpassing 150 kilometers per hour, the fast bowler solidified his position as an essential member of the group with an exceptional accuracy rate. Prior to his injury-related absence during last week’s match between the Super Giants and Gujarat Titans, Mayank, who made his debut for the team against the Punjab Kings, captivated the league with seven wickets in three matches.

Mayank’s furious innings of 55 runs off Rishabh Pant and 41 runs undeniably propelled DC to a comprehensive victory, demonstrating that the LSG’s bowling efforts were devoid of his assistance. Rahul provided a post-match presentation that included an update concerning the potential return of Mayank.

“His appearance and condition are both satisfactory, but we do not wish to rush him (Mayank Yadav).” Although he is eager to leave, it is imperative that we protect his body. Additionally, Rahul stated, “We must ensure he is in impeccable physical condition prior to his return in a few matches.” Rahul further stated that the supervision of the young pacer is approached with prudence by the team administration.

The expected return of Mayank does not coincide with the April 19 match between the LSG and the Chennai Super Kings, contrary to what head coach Justin Langer previously announced.

It is improbable that Mayank will be able to attend the two forthcoming events as his recovery goes forward. Before the April 19 match against DC, Langer expressed confidence that the player would recuperate completely in time to serve as the host for the Chennai Super Kings.