During the Lucknow Super Giants‘ match against the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2024, Mayank Yadav had to walk off mid-game due to an injury. Despite this setback, Lucknow Super Giants secured a 33-run victory over Gujarat Titans. Mayank Yadav, their promising pace bowler, had to leave the field in the ninth over of the run chase due to a side strain.
Krunal Pandya gives update on Mayank Yadav injury
After the match, Krunal Pandya, who took three wickets for Lucknow Super Giants, provided an injury update on Mayank Yadav, reassuring fans that it wasn’t a serious injury.
“I don’t know what exactly happened to Mayank Yadav, but I had a couple of seconds with him. So, I think he is okay to continue in future matches. That is positive news for us. He was bowling well in the nets earlier and last season before missing the tournament due to an injury. Whatever conversation I have had, whatever we see, he has a good head on his shoulder. Really excited to see how his career pans out.”
Lucknow Super Giants posted 163/5 in 20 overs, with Marcus Stoinis contributing a half-century (58 runs). In response, Gujarat Titans were bowled out for 130 in 18.5 overs, with Yash Thakur taking a five-wicket haul for Lucknow Super Giants.
With this win, Lucknow Super Giants extended their unbeaten run to three matches and are currently third in the IPL 2024 points table. On the other hand, Gujarat Titans suffered their second consecutive defeat and are seventh in the standings.
In another match on Sunday, Mumbai Indians defeated Delhi Capitals by 29 runs. Defending a target of 235 runs, Mumbai Indians restricted Delhi Capitals to 205/8 in 20 overs, with Gerald Coetzee taking four wickets and Jasprit Bumrah picking up two dismissals. Rohit Sharma‘s 49 off 27 balls was instrumental in Mumbai Indians posted 234/5 in 20 overs.
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