Suryakumar Yadav clears the air around Mayank Yadav's debut for India in the Bangladesh T20Is

All eyes are set on Mayank Yadav as he gears up to make his much-anticipated debut with the Indian cricket team for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh.

The young pacer has a sensational breakthrough in the IPL 2024 while representing Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

Mayank has quickly grabbed attention for his fierce speed and precise line and length and even won the Man of the Match award in his first two games in the IPL 2024.

However, his promising start was abruptly halted by a back injury that forced him out of the remainder of the tournament.

Mayank Yadav set to make India debut in Bangladesh T20I series

Since his back injury, Mayank Yadav has been out of action, working on his recovery at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru.

Now, fully fit and back in action, the 22-year-old pacer is all set to make his international debut in the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh at home.

As India gears up to face Bangladesh in the first T20I at Gwalior on Sunday, October 6, the talks are growing around whether Mayank will be included in the playing XI. However, India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has hinted at the young pace gun’s potential debut in Gwalior.

Mayank’s inclusion in the Indian cricket team brings a sense of fresh energy, and Suryakumar has called him an X-factor. The Indian captain expressed his confidence in Mayank’s exceptional talent, as his speed and talent are seen as game-changing assets for Team India’s bowling attack.

Suryakumar Yadav hails Mayank Yadav's pace

Suryakumar Yadav also highlighted the impressive qualities he showcased during franchise cricket and hailed his remarkable pace. Furthermore, Suryakumar said that he hadn’t faced him in the nets due to their training plan, but he acknowledged the potential Mayank possesses and the positive impact he could bring to the team.

Suryakumar emphasized that Mayank's inclusion in the Indian squad is a significant boost, and he is optimistic about the young bowler's performance moving forward, which is a clear hint that the LSG pacer is all about to burst into the international arena.

Mayank Yadav definitely has the X factor: Suryakumar Yadav

Suryakumar Yadav was quoted as saying by ESPNCricinfo: “He (Mayank Yadav) definitely has the X factor—it was evident when he played franchise cricket. He has that extra pace. I didn't face him in the nets; our net plan was such that someone else faced him. But I have seen what potential he has and what difference he can make for the team. From that point of view, I feel he is a good addition to the Indian team, and I am hoping he will do well.”

Notably, Mayank was set to make India's debut on the Zimbabwe tour, but the back injury delayed his dreams, but now Suryakumar Yadav’s statement hints at the youngster getting his debut cap in the first T20I against Bangladesh.

With the BCCI closely monitoring his fitness, Mayank’s return to cricket should be handled with caution to maximize his potential with the ball.