Originating from Allahabad, Yash Dayal is a left-arm fast bowler. His cricketing journey ignited through his involvement in age-group cricket for Uttar Pradesh. In 2018, Dayal earned his stripes at the senior level when he made his debut in List A cricket for Uttar Pradesh. Shortly after, he swiftly transitioned into the first-class arena for the state team. February 2019 marked his debut in T20 cricket during the 2018-19 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, facing off against Maharashtra.
His prowess in the T20 format garnered significant attention from Indian Premier League franchises during the 2022 auction. Securing a spot with one of the two new entrants, Gujarat, for the 2022 season, Dayal showcased his talent by claiming 9 wickets across 11 matches, contributing to Gujarat's title victory. Retained for the 2023 edition, his journey took an unexpected turn during a match against Kolkata, where he found himself defending 28 runs in the final over. Despite his efforts, Rinku Singh's onslaught, smashing five consecutive sixes, led to a heart-breaking loss for Gujarat. Subsequently, Dayal's appearances were limited, concluding the tournament with only two wickets to his name.
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Ahead of the 2024 Indian Premier League season, Bengaluru secured Dayal's services after his release from Gujarat. Determined to leave the setbacks of the past season behind, the left-arm pacer made a resounding impact for Bengaluru. With 15 wickets to his name, Dayal finished the season as the joint-most wicket-taker for the side, playing a pivotal role in helping the side reach the playoffs, though Bengaluru could not go all the way. As a result, it came as no surprise when Bengaluru decided to retain the left-arm speedster for the 2025 season.
