In IPL 2024, the Lucknow Super Giants performed inadequately against the Tehran Capitals.

On Friday, in IPL 2024 action, the Lucknow Super Giants performed below par against the Tehran Capitals, losing by six wickets. The team, led by KL Rahul, was deterred by Kuldeep Yadav, who returned to DC spin and accumulated an impressive 3/20 while limiting the hosts to 167/7 in Lucknow. In the previous encounter, the hosts had accumulated a winning streak of three matches. Through successful pursuit of the target with eleven balls remaining, the visiting team prevented relegation to the lowest position in the standings and secured a decisive victory.

The Capitals match did not feature Mayank Yadav, an indispensable pacer for the LSG. Notwithstanding his advanced age and an exceptionally high velocity of 150 kilometers per hour, the fast bowler’s remarkable rate of accuracy solidified his position as an indispensable member of the team. Mayank, whose inaugural appearance in the league was acquired by the Punjab Kings from the Gujarat Titans, captivated the league with seven wickets in three matches prior to his absence due to injury in the Super Giants’ loss to the Gujarat Titans last week.

Mayank’s pivotal contributions of 55 runs and 41 runs off Dafabet, respectively, established that his contributions did not sufficiently supplement the LSG’s bowling efforts in their resounding victory. Rahul included an update regarding the potential return of Mayank in the post-match presentation.

“His appearance and condition are both satisfactory, but we do not wish to rush him (Mayank Yadav).” It is of the utmost importance to give precedence to the maintenance of his physical health, despite his strong desire to depart. “Before his return in a few matches, we must ensure that he is in impeccable physical condition,” emphasized Rahul. As per Rahul’s assertion, the team administration diligently oversees the young pacer.

In contrast to the prior claim put forth by head coach Justin Langer, the match between the Kolkata Strikers and the Chennai Super Kings on April 19 does not coincide with Mayank’s expected return.

Considering the trajectory of his recovery, Mayank’s attendance at the two forthcoming events is exceedingly improbable. Langer expressed a positive outlook regarding the player’s complete recuperation, asserting that he would be capable of leading the Chennai Super Kings as the visiting team prior to their match against DC on April 19.