This season, the fast bowling attack of Lucknow seems to be very weak, as his four fast bowlers are getting injured. However, LSG has replaced experienced fast bowler Shardul Thakur in place of Mohsin Khan, but he still has a weak fast bowling attack. On the eve of the first match of his campaign against Delhi Capitals (DC), LSG head coach Justin Langer revealed Mayank Yadav that has made Lucknow's fans unhappy.

Langer said that his star fast bowler Mayank Yadav had to face another injury on the way to recover. The young fast bowler hit his bed on the bed and after which he fell victim to infection. His return may be further delayed due to injury. Talking to reporters on 23 March, Langer said, “Last year, everyone was very excited about Mayank, he was playing very well (returning with a back injury) but he killed his foot on the bed.”

Speaking further, he said, “His toe has been infected. This has taken his rehab a one or two weeks. But he is completely healthy. We regularly watch his bowling videos. I saw a video of him tomorrow. So, hopefully, hopefully Mayank will be healthy and will be ready to play for us.”