Mayank Yadav's 149.5kmph Thunderbolt Seals Three-Wicket Powerplay Burst Against West Indies
· Sports · Times of India, Indian Express
Mayank Yadav delivered a stunning opening spell in Ranchi, claiming three wickets inside the powerplay to dismantle West Indies' chase of India's record T20I total of 249/5. He dismissed Kamil Pooran and Shimron Hetmyer in successive deliveries of the first over, with Hetmyer bowled for a golden duck off a 144kmph jagging delivery. Yadav returned in the final over of the powerplay to clock a blistering 149.5kmph thunderbolt that crashed into Rovman Powell's off stump after brushing his back pad. West Indies slumped to 72/3 after six overs, reeling under immense pressure in their pursuit of 250 at the JSCA International Stadium Complex.
Why it matters
Mayank Yadav's explosive start gave India early control in the second T20I, shifting momentum decisively in the series. His performance highlights India's pace depth and poses a significant challenge for West Indies' top order in the remaining matches.
Read the original report — Times of India
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