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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nLucknow Super Giants are set to take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in what promises to be a high-octane IPL<\/a> clash, with a potential major boost in the form of pace sensation Mayank Yadav\u2019s return.The young speedster, who has been sidelined due to injury, is likely to be back in contention, and his comeback could add serious firepower to LSG\u2019s already impressive bowling attack. On the eve of LSG’s match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mayank spent some time doing spot bowling at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, before having a long conversation with bowling coach B Arun as reported by ESPNcricinfo. The franchise\u2019s Global Director of Cricket, Tom Moody<\/a>, clarified that Mayank\u2019s absence earlier in the season was not due to fitness concerns but a matter of match readiness.\u201cMayank is ready to go,\u201d Moody said. \u201cHe didn\u2019t come into our thinking early in the tournament because he was still a little underdone. Not from a fitness point of view, his fitness was good, but in terms of bowling loads and feeling comfortable. We feel he is now at that point. He has worked exceptionally hard.\u201dWhile Mayank\u2019s return is a positive, it also presents LSG with a selection dilemma. Their bowling unit has performed consistently so far, even though the team has struggled to put up competitive totals.\u201cOur bowling has been pretty solid so far. We just haven\u2019t produced the runs to support that,\u201d Moody added.If Mayank is included in the playing XI, it could come at the expense of fellow pacer Avesh Khan, who is also returning from injury. Avesh had a preparatory stint with Durban Super Giants in SA20 to build up his workload ahead of the IPL season. Though he has been slightly expensive, conceding runs at over 10 per over, his experience remains a valuable asset for the team.Moody also confirmed that LSG\u2019s pace battery is close to full strength, with Mohsin Khan<\/a> nearing a return as well.\u201cThe likes of Mayank, Mohsin and Avesh have all had long-term injuries. Our medical team has worked exceptionally hard to get them ready. They\u2019re all available now. Mohsin will probably have a final test on match day,\u201d he said.As LSG gear up to face an in-form RCB side at a batting-friendly venue, the possible return of Mayank Yadav could be a game-changer, adding pace, excitement, and a fresh edge to their campaign.<\/div>\n