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Mangesh Yadav's ₹5.2 Crore RCB Dream: "Still Don't Know How to Process It"

Left-arm seamer Mangesh Yadav is coming to terms with his ₹5.2 crore IPL deal with Royal Challengers Bengaluru after a fierce bidding war. The 23-year-old credits senior players from Madhya Pradesh for guidance and values achieving financial independence for his family. Despite the life-changing contract, he remains focused on his immediate goal of performing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for his state team. Yadav dreams of wearing the RCB jersey but is determined not to get carried away and to keep working hard.

Key Points: Mangesh Yadav on ₹5.2 Crore RCB IPL Deal & Future Goals

  • ₹5.2 crore RCB deal
  • Fast left-arm bowling talent
  • Focus on Vijay Hazare Trophy
  • Achieving financial independence
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"Don't know how to process...": Mangesh Yadav reflects on Rs 5.2 crore IPL deal

Young all-rounder Mangesh Yadav reflects on his life-changing ₹5.2 crore IPL bid by RCB, his journey, and staying grounded for domestic cricket.

"Today, I still don't know how to process the feeling of getting such a massive bid. - Mangesh Yadav"

New Delhi, December 24

Young left-arm all-rounder Mangesh Yadav said he is still struggling to believe that he will feature in the Indian Premier League 2026 season after being picked by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for Rs 5.2 crore, as per ESPNcricinfo.

The 23-year-old revealed that he had hoped for just one bid on auction day but was surprised when four franchises entered a bidding contest before RCB secured him.

Mangesh is known for his ability to bowl at speeds close to 140 kilometres per hour. Early in his career, his strength was deliveries that moved away from right-handed batters. Over time, he developed the ability to bring the ball back in and added effective slower balls to his bowling.

At RCB, he is likely to step in as a replacement for Yash Dayal. Team scouts believe he has the skill to earn a place in the playing eleven straight away.

"I've received more calls than I ever have previously. But these are things I'll have to deal with going forward," Mangesh Yadav said, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo.

The Madhya Pradesh cricketer said he feels thankful for the support and advice he has received from senior players from his state. He added that being financially independent from his father is a major personal milestone and admitted that he is still trying to process the size of the IPL bid.

"I didn't know how all of it feels, but I'm blessed to have a lot of people from my own state, like Rajat [Patidar] bhaiyya, Venky [Iyer] bhaiyya and Anand Rajan [former Madhya Pradesh seamer] sir for guidance. Not having to ask my father for money felt like an achievement. Today, I still don't know how to process the feeling of getting such a massive bid. I want to make my parents feel comfortable. For that, I have to work hard and can't get carried away."

Despite the excitement of his IPL breakthrough, Mangesh said he remains grounded and focused on domestic cricket. He said his immediate priority is to perform for Madhya Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

"I've imagined what it'll be like wearing the RCB jersey and standing on top of my run-up. But I've also imagined picking up wickets and winning games for MP. That is my primary goal," Mangesh said.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As an RCB fan, I'm excited! We desperately need a good left-arm pace option. Hope he can handle the pressure at Chinnaswamy. But his focus on Vijay Hazare shows he has the right mindset. All the best, Mangesh!
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Rohit P
The part about not having to ask his father for money hit home. That's the dream for so many middle-class Indian kids. Earning your own keep and making your parents proud is the biggest achievement, more than the crore figure. Salute!
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Aman W
Respectfully, I hope the scouts are right. RCB has a history of overpaying for uncapped players who then warm the bench. 5.2 crore is huge pressure for a 23-year-old. I genuinely hope he proves his worth and gets to play.
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Priya S
MP is producing some serious talent! First Rajat, Venkatesh, and now Mangesh. Great to see the support system from senior players. That's how cricket should be - passing on the knowledge. Go make MP proud! 🏏
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David E
The IPL auction is fascinating. From hoping for one bid to a 4-way fight. Shows how quickly fortunes can change. His skill to swing both ways at pace is a rare commodity. Smart buy by RCB if they use him properly.

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