Bangladesh Captain Unfazed by Indian Pacer Mayank Yadav’s Debut

Another fast bowler has made his entry into the Indian cricket scene, as Mayank Yadav debuted in the first T20 International against Bangladesh in Gwalior. Known for regularly bowling over 150 kmph, Mayank impressed with his performance. On his debut for India, he took a wicket while conceding only 21 runs in four overs. However, comments by the Bangladesh team captain hint at a nonchalant attitude towards the express pacer.

After losing the opening match to India by seven wickets, Bangladesh’s captain Najmul Hossain Shanto remarked on his squad’s familiarity with fast bowling, stating, “We have some similar fast bowlers in the nets. I don’t think we were too worried about Mayank Yadav. But he is a good bowler.” Shanto’s comments followed the team’s defeat as India took a 1-0 lead in the series.

Despite his back injury earlier in the year during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season, selectors fast-tracked Yadav into the national team. Former Pakistani cricketer Basit Ali praised Yadav’s debut, suggesting that he should be part of the team traveling to Australia if he stays fit. “It was a dream debut for Mayank Yadav,” he commented on his YouTube channel.

India’s remarkable performance, highlighted by a swift chase of 127 runs in just 11.5 overs, shifted the spotlight onto the team’s powerful lineup, despite the absence of regular players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill. Basit Ali further commented on India’s current dominance in cricket, stating that “Bangladesh is just an appetizer” for the team.

India aims to secure the series with a victory in the upcoming second match, as they arrived at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi to a warm welcome. The second T20I promises to be an eagerly anticipated high-scoring encounter.