Mangesh Yadav is an exciting left-arm pacer and capable lower-order batter hailing from Madhya Pradesh. Known for his skiddy pace, ability to consistently hit the 140 kmph mark, and a lethal yorker, the fast bowler first caught the cricketing fraternity's attention with his standout performances in the Madhya Pradesh T20 League. He emerged as the tournament's leading wicket-taker, showcasing his natural athleticism and a bowling action that troubles batters with a sharp inward angle and movement away from right-handers.Capitalizing on his franchise league success, Yadav successfully transitioned to the senior state setup, making his debut and impactful contributions for Madhya Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy with both bat and ball. His ability to swing the ball and execute precise slower variations in the powerplay and death overs makes him a potent threat in the T20 format, complemented by his handy power-hitting ability down the order. Recognizing his immense potential as a frontline pace option, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) acquired his services for INR 5.2 crore ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.