LSG vs MI | Twitter buzzes as Mayank Yadav exits the field with injury concerns resurfacing

04/30/2024

The comeback story is one of the most inspiring narratives in sports, but it can also be marred by the harsh reality of reinjury. Once more, the spotlight falls on Mayank Yadav as he exits the field mid-game raising fresh concerns about his injury status during the Lucknow versus Mumbai game.

‌Lucknow Super Giants took control early on after winning the toss rattling Mumbai Indians' top order with the likes of Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, and Hardik Pandya departing within the powerplay. However, Nehal Wadhera and Ishan Kishan steadied the ship with a 53-run partnership bringing the score to 73/4 in 13 overs. Unfortunately, with Kishan's dismissal, Wadhera followed suit in the 18th over just as Mohammad Nabi stepped into bat. Yet, Nabi's innings was short-lived as he fell victim to Mayank Yadav's bowling, raising concerns as Yadav himself walked off the field due to an apparent injury.

In the 19th over, Mayank Yadav delivered a precise length ball aimed at the middle stump, catching Nabi off guard and sending the Afghan all-rounder back to the pavilion. As Gerald Coetzee replaced Nabi, Yadav's discomfort was evident as he sought assistance from the physio while heading towards the pavilion.

Mayank Yadav's return to the field after missing five games for his franchise was marred by his premature departure, having bowled only 3.1 overs and claiming one wicket before succumbing to yet another injury concern. Twitter users swiftly reacted to Yadav's setback, sparking discussions across social media platforms.

What a beauty!

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— Vince Sinha (@SinhaVince29999) April 30, 2024

Naveen replaces Mayank

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— Vince Sinha (@SinhaVince29999) April 30, 2024

He is to fragile!

Mayank Yadav pace and fitness level is same like Shoaib Akhtar 😏 #LSGvsMI
— Hit (@SuperHit07) April 30, 2024

Walked off!

Oh! He has walked off. And many here told me Mayank Yadav should play test cricket in Australia.

I repeat the same. Give him the best physio, best trainer, dietician or whatever. Currently, he isn't made to bowl more than one-over spells.

HTD bowling isn't for the…
— Bharath Ramaraj (@Fancricket12) April 30, 2024

It is a big concern!

Mayank Yadav is a great bowler but his injury is big concern. He needs to work on his injury issues.

HE IS SPECIAL TALENT🏏💙#LSGvsMI #LSGvMI pic.twitter.com/ccElVmvBXK
— Dev Sharma (@SDev890) April 30, 2024

Again

Mayank Yadav seems to have redeveloped the spine stress fracture once again.

Unless you have some proper muscular density, throwing 150+ kmph deliveries is an invitation to such issues.#IPL24
— ƬЯIDΣПƬ (@terrraform) April 30, 2024

Dreams

Mayank yadav ko to bgt me le jane ke sapne dekhe the logo ne
— Akash (@wtf_akashhhh) April 30, 2024

OMG!

Mayank Yadav injured phir se😭😭😭
— मर्सी (@varun___thakur) April 30, 2024

Off again!

Mayank Yadav walks off again.

Seems too injury prone, another glass body in the making?#CricketTwitter #IPL2024
— Vibhor (@Vibhor4CSK) April 30, 2024

Legs gone