Mayank Yadav has made a much-anticipated return to the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) playing XI after nearly a year-long absence due to injury. This comeback aligns with the IPL 2026 match against the Rajasthan Royals, offering a significant boost to LSG’s bowling lineup.
Mayank Yadav’s Comeback
Mayank Yadav, the young pace bowler who was acquired for an impressive sum of Rs 11 crore, took his place in the team during a critical time for LSG. Struggling for form, the team looks to Yadav to help turn their fortunes around. He replaced fellow bowler Avesh Khan in the lineup.
Match Details
- Date: April 22, 2026
- Time: 19:45 IST
- Opponent: Rajasthan Royals
Team Lineups
During the pre-match toss, LSG captain Rishabh Pant announced Yadav’s inclusion as a key change in their bowling attack. On the opposing side, Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag expressed uncertainty but opted to bat first, citing concerns about the pitch potentially slowing later in the match.
Playing XIs
| Lucknow Super Giants | Rajasthan Royals |
|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh | Yashasvi Jaiswal |
| Ayush Badoni | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Rishabh Pant (w/c) | Dhruv Jurel (w) |
| Nicholas Pooran | Riyan Parag (c) |
| Aiden Markram | Shimron Hetmyer |
| Mukul Choudhary | Donovan Ferreira |
| Mohammed Shami | Ravindra Jadeja |
| Mohsin Khan | Jofra Archer |
| Prince Yadav | Ravi Bishnoi |
| Digvesh Singh Rathi | Brijesh Sharma |
| Mayank Yadav | Nandre Burger |
Fan Expectations
Mayank Yadav’s return is a pivotal moment for LSG. Fans are eager to see if he can quickly regain his top form after such a long hiatus from competitive play. His performance could prove crucial in the matches ahead as Lucknow seeks to revitalize their season.
