Rudrapur: Today’s article is about a bowler from the Uttarakhand cricket team who has made history for the state. In 2019, left-arm spinner Mayank Mishra achieved a hat-trick against Goa in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He is the first bowler to accomplish this feat. Until now, no one from Uttarakhand has taken a hat-trick at the domestic level. Rudrapur resident Mayank Mishra has been playing cricket for the state since 2018 and is an integral part of the team. Like other players, Mayank was searching for a path in his cricket career from another state before Uttarakhand received recognition from the BCCI. He succeeded in making a name for himself on the cricket field once Uttarakhand was recognized. Mayank began his career at the Coldes Cricket Academy in Haldwani.
Mayank’s Career for Uttarakhand
In his first season, Mayank Mishra took a total of 32 wickets. In the 2019-20 season, he was the highest wicket-taking bowler for Uttarakhand in the Ranji Trophy. So far, he has taken 68 wickets for Uttarakhand. Combining One Day, T20, and Ranji Trophy matches, he has played 35 matches for Uttarakhand. In the Ranji Trophy, he has taken five wickets in an inning twice. He also has two fifties to his name with the bat.
Challenges for Mayank
Getting a spot in the playing XI of the Uttarakhand team has been challenging for Mayank. Since 2018, the Uttarakhand team has included a guest/pro left-arm spinner, making Mayank the second choice in the Ranji Trophy. However, he has proven this decision wrong. Mayank once mentioned that he waits for opportunities and believes that once given a chance, a player must perform. His mindset remains simple: to focus on what he can control as a player. He also emphasized that playing at a higher level requires increased effort, and as a cricketer, one can never relax.
Mayank Mishra’s Brilliance in England
Mayank Mishra, who showcased his excellent skills in Uttarakhand, got an opportunity to play Division A cricket in England in 2021. Philadelphia Cricket Club included him in their team. In this season, Mayank took 34 wickets in 13 league matches in the county cricket and 13 wickets in 6 T20 matches. He achieved five-wicket hauls three times in an inning. For Philadelphia Cricket Club, this all-rounder from Uttarakhand also scored 299 runs with the bat. Besides, Mayank completed a certified coaching course by the ECB. Mayank has returned to India from England and is now preparing for the domestic season. His name is also included in the T20 Challenger Trophy.
