Suryakumar Yadav’s Surprise Appointment as T20 Captain
Before the tour of Sri Lanka, the BCCI made an unexpected decision by appointing Suryakumar Yadav as the T20 captain, replacing Hardik Pandya. This move surprised many and indicated a shift in the board’s plans. It also signaled that Pandya, who was the vice-captain during the T20 World Cup, might no longer be in the running for the captaincy or vice-captaincy in the future. The decision was reportedly made after discussions with regular captain Rohit Sharma and new head coach Gautam Gambhir, showing a clear direction from the board regarding leadership roles.
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Why Suryakumar Yadav Was Chosen
Former fielding coach R. Sridhar shared his thoughts on why Suryakumar Yadav was chosen as the new T20 captain. Sridhar emphasized that Surya’s consistent presence on the field played a significant role in the decision. Unlike some players who may need to manage their workload carefully, Suryakumar is always available and ready to play in every match for India. This reliability made him an appealing choice for the selectors.
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Sridhar also highlighted that Suryakumar Yadav had already captained India in a few matches when Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya were unavailable. His performance as captain in those instances gave the selectors confidence in his leadership abilities. Sridhar praised Yadav as the world’s top T20 batsman and noted that his confidence, cricketing intelligence, and leadership skills make him an ideal captain both on and off the field.
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