IPL 2023: I think I have shown my worth, says Kyle Mayers

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Lucknow Super Giants batter Kyle Mayers plays a shot during the IPL match against Delhi Capitals at the Ekana Cricket Stadium.

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Newcomer Kyle Mayers proved his worth for Lucknow Super Giants in his first IPL game, scoring a scintillating 73 off just 38 balls.

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His performance set the stage for LSG's total of 193 for six against Delhi Capitals on Saturday.

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Mark Wood, another new addition to the team, then took five wickets for 14 runs, using his pace to dismantle the opposition's batting lineup at the Ekana International Cricket Stadium.

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Mayers' explosive knock and Wood's impressive bowling display were crucial in securing a victory for LSG.

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The team will look to build on this momentum in the coming matches.

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Mayers' performance also announced him as a force to be reckoned with in the IPL.

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