Mayank Yadav Fit But Selection Call Pending, Says LSG Coach Arun

LSG coach Arun confirmed that Mayank Yadav is fit and bowling fast, but said the team management will decide on his inclusion in IPL 2026.

Lucknow Super Giants is preparing to face Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday in IPL 2026, with both teams struggling in the standings.

Ahead of the match, LSG bowling coach Bharath Arun confirmed that Mayank Yadav has regained full fitness. He said the young pacer is bowling at a good pace, but the team management will take the final call on his inclusion.

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“Mayank Yadav is fit and is raring to go. He is bowling fast. The decision to play him rests with the team mangement,” the coach said.

Mayank returned earlier against the Rajasthan Royals but endured a tough outing, conceding over 50 runs without taking a wicket. The team then rested him for the next game against the Kolkata Knight Riders to manage his workload.

MI’s Slim Playoff Chances Hang by a Thread

Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants face a crucial phase in IPL 2026, with both teams struggling at the bottom of the table. MI sit 9th with 4 points from 9 matches and an NRR of -0.803, while LSG hold 10th with 4 points from 8 matches and an NRR of -1.106.

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Mumbai Indians have 5 matches left and must win all 5 to reach 14 points. Even then, they need big-margin wins and favorable results from teams like RCB, SRH, and RR. Their fixtures include LSG on May 4, RCB on May 10, PBKS on May 14, KKR on May 20 and RR on May 24.

Lucknow Super Giants have 6 matches remaining and need all 6 wins to reach 16 points. A single loss would leave them on 14 points and dependent on NRR. The May 4 match at Wankhede could decide early elimination.