Mayank’s remarkable feat was lauded by many on social media. However, New Zealand all-rounder James Neesham couldn’t resist taking a hilarious jibe at the Karnataka batter’s impressive fitness score.
The Yo-Yo Test: A gruelling challenge
Yo-Yo Test is an aerobic fitness evaluation designed to test players’ endurance and cardiovascular fitness. Participants must sprint back and forth between markers placed 20 meters apart, with each 40-meter run followed by a brief 10-second recovery period. This cycle continues until the player reaches complete exhaustion. To pass the test, one must achieve a minimum score of 16.5, a level that even the fittest athletes find challenging.
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Mayank Agarwal’s remarkable score in the Yo-Yo Test
On September 13, Mayank decided to give cricket enthusiasts a glimpse into his preparations for the upcoming Indian domestic season. He took to his official Instagram account and shared a video of himself undergoing the gruelling Yo-Yo Test. He even revealed his awe-inspiring yo-yo test score of 21.1.
“Gearing up for the season. Level 21.1,” Mayank captioned the video.
Mayank Agarwal aces the Yo-Yo Test
Video courtesy: @mayankcricket pic.twitter.com/5PWldY1E1g
— Dialectical Guy (@dialecticalguy) September 14, 2023
James Neesham’s light-hearted dig
While Mayank received praise from fans and cricket enthusiasts for his brilliant yo-yo test score, it was Neesham who brought some humour to the situation and took a hilarious jibe at the Indian cricketer as he left a witty “Looks a couple of meters short” comment under the video shared by Mayank.
James Neesham’s hilarious dig at Mayank Agarwal (Image Source: Instagram)
Mayank Agarwal’s path to redemption
It is worth mentioning that Mayank has been out of the Indian team for quite some time, and his exceptional Yo-Yo Test score is not just a display of his fitness but also a statement of intent. The 32-year-old recently also scored a century in the Maharaja Trophy, showcasing his batting prowess and determination to make a comeback to the Indian team.