IPL 2026: Six Fastest Deliveries this IPL So Far as Mayank Yadav Returns for Lucknow Super Giants

The thunder is back at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. Pace sensation Mayank Yadav is set to make his much-awaited return for Lucknow Super Giants against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 tonight.

After missing the initial phase of the season due to match readiness concerns, the ₹11 crore express pacer has been declared fit and firing. LSG opener Aiden Markram confirmed the young speedster is ready to unleash his signature 150+ kmph deliveries once again.

Known for his raw pace and back-to-back Player of the Match performances in IPL 2024, Mayank's comeback adds explosive firepower to LSG's bowling attack. His presence could create serious selection headaches for the team, and a potential danger for the opposition batters.

Mayank Yadav Fastest Deliveries in IPL

Since his debut in IPL, Mayank has been known for raw pace, which has hurried, troubled and castled the batters. The 23-year-old made his debut in 2024, and straightaway made a mark for his breakneck speed.Mayank Yadav's ability to regularly breach the 155 km/h mark with accuracy makes him one of the most exciting pace prospects in the league.

156.7 km/h - vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), IPL 2024
155.8 km/h - vs Punjab Kings (PBKS), IPL 2024 (Debut)
155.6 km/h - vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), IPL 2024

Who has bowled the Fastest Delivery in IPL 2026?

As of April 22, 2026, Gujarat Titans' Ashok Sharma has delivered the fastest ball of IPL 2026, clocking 154.2 kph (95.8 mph) against the Rajasthan Royals. He consistently bowls high-speed, dominating the fastest deliveries list, which also features Anrich Nortje and Kagiso Rabada.

Mayank Yadav return vs LSG in IPL 2026

Mayank Yadav didn't have the best of outing as he conceded 56 runs off his four overs against Rajasthan Royals. The speedster conceded runs but his speed was spot on as Mayank breached 150 kph on the night. The fastest delievery of the match clocked 151.1 kph and now he has made his name among the top six balls of the IPL 2026 season.

Top 6 Fastest Deliveries in IPL 2026

Ashok Sharma (Gujarat Titans): 154.2 kph
Jamie Overton (Chennai Super Kings): 151.2 kph
Mayank Yadav (Lucknow Super Giants): 151.1 kph
Anrich Nortje (Lucknow Super Giants): 150.9 kph
Kagiso Rabada (Gujarat Titans): 150.7 kph
Kartik Tyagi (Kolkata Knight Riders): 150.4 kph