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India captain Suryakumar Yadav aims to end his lean run as India face Australia in the opening T20I at Manuka Oval, with key battles across batting and bowling.

Suryakumar Yadav Leads India Against Australia in First T20I

India vs Australia 1st T20I: Suryakumar Leads

India captain Suryakumar Yadav aims to end his lean run as India face Australia in the opening T20I at Manuka Oval, with key battles across batting and bowling.

The leader in Suryakumar Yadav will nudge the batter in him to take centrestage and start contributing handsomely with the willow when India take on Australia in the opening T20 International in Canberra on Wednesday.
It promises to be a battle on even keel with both countries having won eight of their last 10 T20I games with a defeat each. While India had one tied game, Australia saw one game washed out.
While the captain's prolonged bad patch remains a cause of worry, the Indian T20 team has been the best of three national outfits, almost operating on autopilot with the new players taking on their roles like fish to water.
Since being appointed captain, Suryakumar's record has been phenomenal in terms of results, with 23 wins in 29 games so far, adhering to the new template of fearless cricket where every batter goes all guns blazing from ball one.
The aggression at all costs and Surya's own leadership skills have worked really well with an all-win bilateral series record and the Asia Cup triumph, albeit against some second-rung continental teams, including Pakistan, who are a few light years behind India in terms of skill, quality, and execution.
The Australia series marks the beginning of India's real preparation going into the T20 World Cup early next year with 15 games to get into the groove. But one can say that the result of this series will not have a major impact as the next 10 games against South Africa and New Zealand will be on familiar conditions, something similar to what they are likely to get in T20 World Cup.
While head coach Gautam Gambhir was unequivocal in his support for Surya and believes that he doesn't need to worry about his string of low scores, it is indeed time that the captain lets his bat do the talking.
In 2023, Surya had batted in 18 innings, scoring 733 runs at a strike rate of nearly 156 and it comprised two tons and five half-centuries. In 2024, he amassed little less than 450 runs at a strike rate of 151, but cut to 2025, the Indian skipper has managed only 100 runs from 10 innings at an average of 11 runs per game.
What stands out as an anomaly is his strike rate of over 105, which suggests that while he has struggled for runs, he hasn&rsquo;t completely abandoned his attacking intent.
"I feel I have been working really hard. Not that I wasn't working hard before. I have had good few sessions back home, good 2-3 sessions here, so I am in good space," the skipper said at the pre-series press conference at the Manuka Oval.
The skipper again stressed on the team goal. "Runs, it will come eventually but I'm working hard towards the team goal. It's more important what team wants from you in different situations and I take one game at a time and if it starts then I think it will be a good thing."
For someone like Abhishek Sharma, who became the toast of the nation in the Asia Cup, tackling the extra bounce on Australian pitches will be a new challenge and hence skipper's contribution becomes all the more important.
The problem with Surya has been his limited range of strokes and always trying to play behind the square using the pace and bounce of the deliveries. While bounce in Manuka Oval track gives him a chance to ride on it and get maximum returns, Josh Hazlewood's presence and those Test match lengths on and in the off-stump corridor will create problems.
It will not only be a new set of questions for someone like Abhishek but also old set of queries for the Indian skipper, whose critics always point out that he hasn't consistently scored against big teams in past few years.
In terms of bowling attack, Jasprit Bumrah's presence and Varun Chakravarthy's guile will be important factors if Indian batters can put up a decent score. The 12 overs from Varun, Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel will be very important alongside Bumrah and Arshdeep's opening spells against Travis Head and the dangerous Mitchell Marsh.
All eyes will also be on Mitchell Owen, Australia's new T20 star who played a game for Punjab Kings last year. Owen was terrific against India in a recent ODI in Adelaide, but the possibility of facing 12 overs of slow bowling will definitely test his hitting skills.
Teams:
India: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar.
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (C), Sean Abbott (Games 1-3), Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman (Games 3-5), Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis (Games 4-5), Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood (Games 1-2), Glenn Maxwell (Games 3-5), Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis.

India captain Suryakumar Yadav pledged his Asia Cup match fee of ₹28 lakh to the armed forces and families of Pahalgam terror attack victims after India’s title win over Pakistan.

Suryakumar Yadav Donates Asia Cup Fee to Armed Forces

Suryakumar's Asia Cup Donation to Armed Forces

India captain Suryakumar Yadav pledged his Asia Cup match fee of ₹28 lakh to the armed forces and families of Pahalgam terror attack victims after India&rsquo;s title win over Pakistan.

India captain Suryakumar Yadav will donate his entire match fee from the just-concluded Asia Cup to the country's armed forces and the victims of Pahalgam terror attack.
India defeated bitter foes Pakistan by five wickets in the final to win the trophy on Sunday night in Dubai.
"I have decided to donate my match fees from this tournament to support our Armed Forces and the families of the victims who suffered from the Pahalgam terror attack. You always remain in my thoughts. Jai Hind," the 35-year-old posted on 'X' after the high-voltage win.
India players are entitled to Rs four lakh per match in the T20 format, which means that Suryakumar would be donating a total of Rs 28 lakh for the seven games played in the continental event.
The Indian team steadfastly refused to exchange pleasantries with the Pakistani side during the entire tournament, where it ended up beating Salman Ali Agha's men on three consecutive Sundays.
Suryakumar had taken the lead in snubbing Pakistan at every opportunity during the tournament.
He also paid tribute to the Pahalgam attack victims and the Indian armed forces after his team beat the arch foes in a group match on September 14. A furious Pakistan had accused him of making political statements and sought a ban on him in its complaint to the ICC.
The world body had then asked him to refrain from making any statement that might be construed political, besides imposing a 30 per cent fine on his match fee of that day.
The BCCI has challenged the fine on him after Suryakumar pleaded not guilty during the ICC hearing last week.&nbsp;

ICC match referee Richie Richardson cautioned Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav against political remarks following a PCB complaint, while hearings for Pakistan’s Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan over provocative gestures are scheduled next.

ICC Hearing: Surya told to refrain from making political comments as skipper pleads 'not guilty'

ICC match referee Richie Richardson cautioned Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav against political remarks following a PCB complaint, while hearings for Pakistan&rsquo;s Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan over provocative gestures are scheduled next.

Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav was on Thursday told to refrain from making any comments that could be construed as political in nature by the ICC match referee Richie Richardson during an official hearing of the global body on a complaint filed by Pakistan Cricket Board.
The hearing happened as Indian skipper had plead not guilty for his post-match comments where he had stood by the Indian Army personnel involved in Operation Sindoor and showed solidarity with victims of Pahalgam terror attack.
The hearing against Pakistan's Sahibzada Farhan and Haris Rauf, on a complaint filed by the BCCI, will be held on Friday.
It is understood that the PCB had filed the complaint within the stipulated seven-day period after the September 14 game between India and Pakistan in which Suryakumar had refused to shake hands and then dedicated the victory to the Indian armed forces for carrying out Operation Sindoor in May. He had also expressed solidarity with the victims of Pahalgam terror attack at both prize distribution and media conference.
"Surya attended the ICC hearing on Thursday. He was accompanied by BCCI's COO and Cricket Operations Manager. Richardson explained to him that he shouldn't be making any comments that could be seen as political in nature.
"The sanction can't be ascertained. Since it falls under Level 1, it could either be a warning or a financial penalty of 15 percent deductions in match fees. Surya had plead not guilty and that's why hearing took place," a tournament source privy to the details told PTI on conditions of anonymity.
Earlier, India had filed an official complaint with the ICC against Pakistan cricketers Rauf and Farhan for their provocative gestures during the two sides' Asia Cup Super 4 game here last Sunday.
It is reliably learnt that the BCCI filed the complaint against the duo on Wednesday and the ICC is in receipt of the e-mail.
Rauf, Sahibzada gestures
During the September 21 match, Rauf had made gestures to depict the bringing down of a plane to mock India's military action after Indian supporters chanted "Kohli, Kohli" referring to the couple of match-winning sixes that the Indian legend hit off the pacer at MCG during a T20 World Cup game in 2022.
During the match, he hurled abuses at Indian openers Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma during his bowling spell, and the two youngsters responded with their bats.
Sahibzada, during the same match, celebrated with a gun-firing gesture using his bat as a machine gun prop, something that has been widely criticised.
"That celebration was just a moment at that time. I do not do a lot of celebrations after scoring 50. But, it suddenly came to my mind that let's do a celebration today. I did that. I don't know how people will take it. I don't care about that," Farhan had told reporters after the match.
Both Rauf and Sahibzada will have to explain their gestures at the hearing and if the players' answers are not convincing, then they could face sanctions as per the code of conduct.
Naqvi posts cryptic CR7 video on 'X'&nbsp;
Adding fuel to the fire, Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday posted a slow-motion video of Cristiano Ronaldo on 'X', where the Portuguese legend is seen gesturing that an aircraft suddenly crashed, something that Rauf indicated on-field last Sunday.
Naqvi, apart from also being the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman, is the interior minister' of his country and is known to make provocative statements against India.
Ronaldo, in the video, could be explaining how his direct free-kick dipped and entered the goal.
After this, whether the Indian team, which is now the finalist of the Asia Cup, share the dais with the ACC Chairman is something that remains to be seen.
The matter hasn't gone unnoticed as far as both BCCI and ICC mandarins are concerned. Only time will tell if there will be some kind of action taken against Naqvi.&nbsp;

The ICC has turned down the Pakistan Cricket Board’s request to remove match referee Andy Pycroft from officiating in the Asia Cup.

ICC Rejects PCB's Plea to Remove Referee Pycroft from Asia Cup

ICC Dismisses PCB's Plea on Referee Issue

The ICC has turned down the Pakistan Cricket Board&rsquo;s request to remove match referee Andy Pycroft from officiating in the Asia Cup.

The ICC on Tuesday rejected Pakistan's demand to remove match referee Andy Pycroft from the panel of officials for the ongoing Asia Cup despite the PCB's reported threat of a pullout after blaming the Zimbabwean for the "no handshake" furore that followed the game against India.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had filed a complaint with the ICC alleging that Pycroft asked its captain Salman Ali Agha not to shake hands with his Indian counterpart Suryakumar Yadav at the time of toss in their Asia Cup match on Sunday.
"Late last night, ICC had sent a reply to PCB stating that Pycroft won't be removed and their plea has been rejected," an ICC source told PTI.
The 69-year-old Zimbabwean is due to officiate Pakistan's final group stage game against the UAE on Wednesday.
Pakistan team manager Naved Cheema had also filed a complaint with the Asian Cricket Council alleging that it was on Pycroft's insistence that team sheets weren't exchanged between the two skippers on Sunday as is the norm.
After the match that India won by seven wickets, Suryakumar and his men did not exchange handshakes with their cross-border rivals as a mark of respect for the Pahalgam terror attack victims and their families.
Pycroft is one of the senior-most match referees in ICC Elite Panel with 695 international games to his credit (men and women across three formats).
It is reliably learnt that the situation arose due to PCB's Director of Cricket Operations Usman Walha, who didn't apprise his own skipper about the rules and regulations that are to be followed during the tournament.
It is learnt that an irate PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the current chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), ordered the sacking of Walha on Monday for the embarrassment caused to the national cricket team and its captain.
According to well-placed sources, it was Walha's duty to inform Salman about the "No Handshake" policy but he didn't do so and the Pakistan skipper was apparently caught unawares by the turn of events.
"Walha should have released a statement at the toss itself when the two captains didn't shake hands. Naqvi apparently was furious as he handled it poorly," a PCB source said.
The PCB had wanted Pycroft to be removed from the entire tournament but now it would be interesting to see if they continue playing after the ICC, headed by India's Jay Shah, summarily rejected their demand.
It is understood that PCB is trying to work out a respectable solution by which Pycroft doesn't officiate in their matches.
One proposal given by the PCB is to have Richie Richardson stand in its match against the UAE on Wednesday but whether that would happen or not is the big question.

India captain Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha stressed aggression as key ahead of their Asia Cup 2025 clash on September 14.

India & Pakistan Captains Emphasize Aggression for Asia Cup Clash

Aggression Key for India-Pakistan Asia Cup Match

India captain Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha stressed aggression as key ahead of their Asia Cup 2025 clash on September 14.

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday said his side will not hold back on aggression in the high-voltage Asia Cup clash against Pakistan on September 14 as it is an important aspect of playing international sport.
His Pakistani counterpart Salman Ali Agha had identical views -- no instructions but no shying away from it either. Before the Pakistan game, India will open their campaign against the UAE on Wednesday.
"Temper? Sir, aggression is always there on the field when we take the field. And without aggression, I don't think you can play this sport. And I'm sure, I'm very excited to take the field on the front foot," Suryakumar replied when asked whether players will be told to dial down the intensity in the much-awaited Sunday clash of the T20 event.
The Asia Cup match is being held in the backdrop of border tensions between India and Pakistan after 26 tourists were killed by terrorists in Pahalgam earlier this year leading to military action by India under Operation Sindoor.
Salman held a similar view on aggression but added that he wouldn't be issuing any specific instructions to his players.
"Well, you don't need to say anything to any player. Because everyone is individually very different. If someone wants to be aggressive on the field, they are more than welcome to do that.
"When it comes to fast bowlers, they are always aggressive," Salman said.
The captains' press conference and the trophy unveiling ceremony was followed by a question and answer session. The emcee requested the media to ask only apolitical questions.
In fact, Suryakumar and Salman weren't even seated together as Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan took the place between them.
The Indian skipper was also asked if he would like to see a change in his team's approach and philosophy.
"Why are you needling me?" he cheekily retorted.
"When you play a format you need to know how good is your preparation. Why mend something that isn't broken? If something has given us results why would we need to change that aspect separately?" he said.
There was the inevitable question about who among Sanju Samson and Jitesh Sharma will make the cut in the playing XI on Wednesday.
Like all other skippers, Suryakumar also kept cards close to his chest but did not let go of his trademark cheeky humour while responding to the query on Samson as the scribe who threw the question at him also hailed from the keeper-batter's native state Kerala.
"I will message you the whole team sir," he laughed and then in a slightly serious tone added: "We are taking good care of him. Don't worry, we will take the right decision tomorrow." When quizzed on the pressure of being title favourites, he admitted that there is pressure of coming good.
"Who said that? (favourites) I haven't heard it. But you have played in this format and you know how your preparations are. If your preparations are good, then you will be very confident when you take the field. We are playing T20 as a team after a long time." For Salman, the challenge is to prove that the team has moved beyond Babar Azam and Muhammad Rizwan -- the two senior players who were dropped.
"We are playing very good cricket. I think for almost four months, we have won three series out of four. So we are doing very well as a team and at the same time, we are very excited.
"A lot of the boys will play Asia Cup for the first time but they are ready for the challenge," he added.

Shubman Gill becomes India's T20 vice-captain, Jasprit Bumrah returns, and Kuldeep Yadav joins the 15-member Asia Cup squad.

India squad for Asia Cup: Gill appointed vice-captain, Bumrah included

Shubman Gill becomes India's T20 vice-captain, Jasprit Bumrah returns, and Kuldeep Yadav joins the 15-member Asia Cup squad.

Test skipper Shubman Gill was on Tuesday appointed as the vice-captain, while pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was also included in India's 15-member T20 squad for the Asia Cup starting September 9 in the UAE.
Gill's last T20 match was against Sri Lanka at Pallekele in 2024 and he has now replaced Axar Patel as the deputy of skipper Suryakumar Yadav.
"Gill's form in England was something we expected but he exceeded it all," chief selector Ajit Agarkar said during the squad announcement press conference here.
There were some lingering doubts on Bumrah's availability largely due to the proximity to the home Test series against the West Indies in October.
But the selectors opted to pick and this will be Bumrah's first T20 tournament since last year's World Cup.
Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav too has been drafted in, while Jitesh Sharma will be the back-up wicketkeeper batter.
Yashasvi Jaiswal was among the five standby players chosen by the selectors.
"It's unfortunate Jaiswal has had to miss out but he will have to wait," Agarkar said.
India is placed in Group A of the Asia Cup alongside Pakistan, Oman, and UAE.
India squad for Asia Cup: Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Shubman Gill (vice-captain), Abhishek Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Jitesh Sharma, Shivam Dube, Arshdeep Singh, Sanju Samson, Harshit Rana, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy.

Cricketer Suryakumar Yadav is in the UK for sports hernia advice, possibly facing surgery. He plans recovery at Bengaluru Centre of Excellence, strategically planned during no scheduled T20 matches.

UK Trip of Suryakumar Yadav for Hernia Consultation

Suryakumar Yadav is in the UK for advice on a sports hernia, potentially requiring surgery. His recovery is set for Bengaluru, as he aims to be ready by the next T20 cricket season.

Suryakumar Yadav travels to the UK for a sports hernia consultation, considering surgery. He plans recovery at the Bengaluru Centre of Excellence, aiming to return by the next season following an intense three-month play period.

India's T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav has flown to England to consult a specialist for treating a sports hernia related injury, and, if necessary, he could undergo surgery.
Surya, 33, had a terrific IPL for Mumbai Indians scoring over 700 runs, and also played the Mumbai Premier League T20 soon after.
It is not known if the pain aggravated during the Mumbai T20 league as Surya had a gruelling three months of travelling and playing at a stretch.
&ldquo;Surya is suffering from Sports hernia on right side lower abdomen. He has gone to the UK for consultation. If required, he will be going under the knife,&rdquo; a source close to the cricketer told PTI on conditions of anonymity.
Surya, who has played a lot of matches in his career through pain, wanted to fulfil his IPL and Mumbai T20 commitments.
&ldquo;With no T20 cricket before August-September, Surya thought that this is the best time where he can tend to his injury and also have enough time for recuperation at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru," the BCCI source added.

India leads the five-match T20I series 1-0, with the second match set in Chennai. England aims to bounce back after a disappointing performance in the first game, while India looks to capitalize on spin-friendly conditions.

India vs England 2nd T20I preview: Hosts look to extend series lead

India vs England 2nd T20I: Dominant India eyes series advantage as England seeks redemption

India leads the five-match T20I series 1-0, with the second match set in Chennai. England aims to bounce back after a disappointing performance in the first game, while India looks to capitalize on spin-friendly conditions.

After a commanding performance in the opening T20I, India and England are set to clash once again in the second T20I on January 25, 2025, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
The match is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST, with England looking to bounce back after a disappointing start to the series. India currently leads 1-0 in the five-match series.
India made an emphatic statement in Kolkata, cruising to a seven-wicket victory in just 12.5 overs. Abhishek Sharma&rsquo;s blistering 79 off 34 balls was the highlight of the chase, while the bowlers, operating in unison, kept England&rsquo;s batsmen in check, limiting them to a modest total of 132.
For England, only Jos Buttler stood out with a defiant 68, but the rest of the team fell short in what was an underwhelming performance.
As the series shifts to Chennai, England will need to regroup and address the shortcomings that were exposed in the first match.
Changes to the lineup are on the cards, with the possibility of players like Rehan Ahmed, Brydon Carse, or Saqib Mahmood being brought in to strengthen the attack.
India, meanwhile, will aim to keep the momentum flowing. The management has given players like Abhishek Sharma the freedom to express themselves, a tactic that paid off handsomely in the first match.
With spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel in excellent form, India will look to dominate once again.
The spin-friendly conditions at the MA Chidambaram Stadium are expected to play into India&rsquo;s hands, but England&rsquo;s batsmen will be determined to adapt and come up with a stronger performance.
The stage is set for a compelling contest as both teams battle for supremacy in this exciting series.
<h1>India&rsquo;s Triumph in the 1st T20I</h1>
<h3>Abhishek Sharma&rsquo;s Match-Winning Knock:</h3>
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Sharma&rsquo;s aggressive 79 from just 34 balls was the standout contribution in India&rsquo;s chase. His swashbuckling style, combined with his ability to find the boundary at will, put England on the back foot from the start, ensuring a relatively easy win for the hosts.
<h3>Impressive Bowling Effort:</h3>
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India&rsquo;s bowlers were on top of their game, with Arshdeep Singh setting the tone with the new ball and Varun Chakravarthy playing a key role in the middle overs.
The spinners, in particular, kept England&rsquo;s batters in check, taking crucial wickets to reduce the visitors to a paltry total.
<h3>Smart Captaincy:</h3>
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Suryakumar Yadav&rsquo;s decision to bowl first was a tactical masterstroke. India adapted well to the pitch, which helped them control proceedings from the start. SKY&rsquo;s calm and composed leadership was evident as the team executed their plans with precision.
<h3>Solid Fielding Display:</h3>
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India&rsquo;s fielding was sharp and efficient, backing up their bowlers with some excellent stops and sharp throws.
England&rsquo;s batters were rarely given any easy runs, and the fielding played a key role in maintaining pressure throughout the match. 
<h1>England&rsquo;s Struggles in the 1st T20I</h1>
<h3>Batting Woes:</h3>
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Despite Jos Buttler&rsquo;s valiant knock of 68 off 44 balls, England&rsquo;s batting crumbled around him. Key players like Liam Livingstone and Harry Brook failed to fire, and the team was left with too little to defend.
Their total of 132 never looked like being enough on a pitch where India&rsquo;s batsmen thrived.
<h3>Bowling Inconsistencies:</h3>
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England&rsquo;s bowlers were unable to apply pressure during India&rsquo;s chase. Abhishek Sharma&rsquo;s early onslaught left them scrambling, and while Jofra Archer impressed with the ball, the rest of the attack, including Adil Rashid, failed to contain the Indian batsmen. The lack of variety and control in the attack was glaring.
<h3>Fielding Errors:</h3>
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A few missed chances in the field only compounded England&rsquo;s woes. In a match where every small mistake is magnified, these lapses allowed India to maintain momentum and assert their dominance throughout.
Heading into the second T20I, England will be looking to iron out these issues, while India will be determined to replicate their performance and extend their lead in the series.
<h1>Will Either Team Make Changes to Their Playing XI?</h1>
India: With their dominant win in the first T20I, India is unlikely to make any changes to their lineup. The team will be keen to keep the momentum going, especially with players like Abhishek Sharma and Arshdeep Singh in fine form.
The only potential change could come in the form of Mohammad Shami&rsquo;s inclusion. While he was expected to feature in the first match, Shami&rsquo;s return was delayed for fitness assessments.
If cleared, he could replace one of the pacers in the squad, but for now, India is likely to stick with the same XI.
England: After their lackluster performance, England may look to make a few changes. The pitch at the MA Chidambaram Stadium is traditionally spin-friendly, which could see Rehan Ahmed brought in to add an extra dimension to the spin attack.
This would likely mean dropping a pacer. England will need more from their senior spinners, particularly Adil Rashid, and the inclusion of Ahmed could help shore up a bowling attack that looked a little one-dimensional in the opening game.
With both teams eager to assert themselves in the series, the second T20I promises to be an intriguing contest. England will need to quickly address their issues, while India will look to maintain their dominance and take a commanding 2-0 lead in the series.

In the opening T20I, Hardik Pandya led the team to victory, wrapping up the innings impressively in the 12th over.

Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya in focus as Team India arrive in Delhi | India vs Bangladesh

In the opening T20I, Hardik Pandya led the team to victory, wrapping up the innings impressively in the 12th over.

Suryakumar Yadav's young Team India has arrived in New Delhi for their second T20I against Bangladesh. After a decisive seven-wicket victory in the first match in Gwalior, a win in the capital would secure the series for India. This triumph would also mark India's ninth consecutive T20I win and their third straight bilateral series victory in this format.
In the opening T20I, Hardik Pandya led the team to victory, wrapping up the innings impressively in the 12th over. A video shared by ANI on X captured the players as they exited the airport and boarded their team buses. The first match also saw the international debuts of fast bowler Mayank Yadav and all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy. However, the squad is missing several regulars, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Jasprit Bumrah, who are being rested in light of the ongoing Indian Test season.

In a brief telephonic conversation with PTI, the Mumbaikar was modest about his role in India's title triumph. Rohit Sharma's men defeated a dangerous South Africa by seven runs in the summit clash in Bridgetown, Barbados on Saturday.

Suryakumar Yadav adds his name to the elusive list with match-defining catch in T20 World Cup final

In a brief telephonic conversation with PTI, the Mumbaikar was modest about his role in India's title triumph. Rohit Sharma's men defeated a dangerous South Africa by seven runs in the summit clash in Bridgetown, Barbados on Saturday.

"It was god's plan," Suryakumar Yadav said on Monday as he reminisced his incredible match-defining catch in the T20 World Cup final against South Africa, which is being lauded across the board as the perfect execution of athleticism, balance and game awareness.
In a brief telephonic conversation with PTI, the Mumbaikar was modest about his role in India's title triumph. Rohit Sharma's men defeated a dangerous South Africa by seven runs in the summit clash in Bridgetown, Barbados on Saturday.
"I am just grateful to be in that moment to do something special for the country...god's plan it was," Suryakumar said when asked about the catch that has become a standout moment from the game.
Needing 16 runs from the final over, South Africa had the big-hitting David Miller on strike.
He hit a wide full toss from Hardik Pandya but Suryakumar steadied himself on the ropes, caught the ball, released it just as he went over the boundary ropes and then came back in to complete an astonishing catch.
For many old-time fans, it brought back memories of the brilliant catch that Kapil Dev took in the 1983 World Cup final against the mighty West Indies. Kapil had run sideways from mid-on to grab a top edge from the great Viv Richards off Madan Lal's bowling in a fine display of sound judgement.
On Saturday, the 33-year-old Suryakumar ensured that his name too will be remembered fondly every time an Indian fan recollects the see-saw finale in Bridgetown.
Before that, the equation was 30 runs from as many balls but South Africa bungled in a typical fashion with Hardik Pandya triggering the collapse, dismissing a well-set Heinrich Klaasen for 52.
The Proteas went on to lose four wickets for 17 runs to be restricted to 169/8 in pursuit of 177.
Suryakumar's decision-making and awareness were also applauded by India's fielding coach T Dilip.
"When the moment comes, it's his decision and awareness of rope, that's very important, and knowing with confidence that he can throw and come back, it's a decision-making at that time, and he got on to that," Dilip had said.
"We fielded like a pack of wolves, as Rahul bhai and Rohit keep saying... Everybody knew their roles but together we hunted every opportunity that came our way leaving no stone unturned," he added.
The title conquest ended an 11-year wait for an ICC title for India.
The side is currently stranded in Bridgetown due to a category 4 hurricane that has pounded the island leading to a complete shutdown of air services.

Get Surya out there and if he can bat for 10-15 overs, you know what's going to happen

Brian Lara wants Suryakumar Yadav to bat at Virat Kohli's position in T20 World Cup 2024

Legendary cricketer Brian Lara had his say about Suryakumar Yadav's batting position at the T20 World Cup next month. Interestingly, it is Virat Kohli's position in the batting order

<h2>Get Surya out there and if he can bat for 10-15 overs, you know what's going to happen</h2>

Legendary cricketer Brian Lara had his say about Suryakumar Yadav's batting position at the T20 World Cup next month.
India have expectedly retained proven performers like skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the squad, while deciding to keep young talent like Shubman Gill and Rinku Singh among reserves. Suryakumar, though, is part of the main squad.
"My one advice, and I don't know if you're going to like it or not, but Sky has to bat at three. He just has to bat at three. He is one of the greatest T20 players in the game. And you speak to players like Sir Viv, and he will tell you he used to want to get out there in the middle," Lara said in an interaction with PTI editors at its headquarters which was facilitated by Star Sports.
"And I feel that that's the same thing with SKY. So, get in on it as quickly as possible. He's not an opener, get him out there and if he can bat for 10-15 overs, you know what's going to happen.
"He's going to put you in an unassailable position if you bat him first, or he's going to win the game if he's batting second. And then let everybody sort of position themselves outside of that, but a good structure is important," he explained.
Suryakumar usually bats at number four for India and Kohli at three. Kohli opening the innings alongside Rohit to accommodate Surya at three is an option which will leave Yashasvi Jaiswal on the bench.
"Just find a way to make Suryakumar bat at three," stressed Lara.
Lara, who is doing commentary in the IPL, said India doing well could also culminate in a final showdown with West Indies, which would make up for the disaster that was the 2007 ODI World Cup where India made a preliminary round exit.
"The West Indies should do well. They have a lot of individual stars and when they come together as a team they do well. India, with all their cry over selection, they find themselves in the top four.
"England they seem to enjoy Caribbean a lot, lay on the beach a lot. England will be there and fourth spot, Afghanistan, they are capable of getting into the four," he said.
"India and West Indies final is going to make up for so much wrong that has happened in the past. India missing out in 2007 in second round, that killed us in the Caribbean. We don't want that to happen again. So, India and West Indies in the final and may the best team win," he added.
India have picked four spinners in the squad, including Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel and Ravindra Jadeja, the last two being all-rounders. Lara sees only a couple of them playing in the eleven.
"In terms of spinners, I don't want to dig too deep into having four spinners because I don't think you're going to play four spinners. But I like the fact that Chahal is there. He is not just an IPL star. You look at him, oh, you look at the brains that he put behind the ball, the deliveries, he's out-thinking the batter.
"And also, Kuldeep. So, I see those guys are guys who are going to get wickets for you, not just look to restrain the battle or scared to bowl an attacking delivery." Asked about the two finalists of the World Cup, Lara picked India and West Indies.
The talk around Kohli's strike rate has been incessant but Lara reckons players like him are needed in the playing eleven.
"You have to have a player like Virat in the playing eleven," Lara added.

With Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, vice-captain Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav playing, there was a lot to look forward to as far as the T20 World Cup was concerned

IPL 2024, MI vs SRH: Suryakumar Yadav storm hits Wankhede, Mumbai thrash Hyderabad by 7 wickets

Mumbai Indians might have been all but out of IPL 2024 but the 5-time IPL champions pushed SRH into a muddle by thrashing them by 7 wickets on Monday.

<h2>With Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, vice-captain Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav playing, there was a lot to look forward to as far as the T20 World Cup was concerned</h2>

Mumbai Indians might be all but out of IPL 2024 but the 5-time IPL champions pushed the Sunrisers Hyderabad into a muddle by thrashing them by 7 wickets on Monday.
With Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, vice-captain Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav playing, there was a lot to look forward to as far as the T20 World Cup was concerned.
Hardik's decision to bowl first proved right as Mumbai restricted SRH to 173/8 at the Wankhede Stadium. MI skipper impressed with the ball and picked 3 wickets. Piyush Chawla too chipped in with 3 scalps.
However, Mumbai's run-chase began on a disastrous note as they lost 3 wickets with just 31 runs on the board. Rohit disappointed once again and was out for 4, his 5th consecutive failure.
That's when Surya walked in and turned the game on its head. He went on to score an unbeaten 102 off just 51 balls, his 2nd IPL hundred.
Sky was well supported by Tilak Varma, as the two took Mumbai over the finish line with a 143-run stand and 16 balls to spare.
While Mumbai ended its 4-match losing run, the Sunrisers have now lost 3 of their last 4 games.

Suryakumar Yadav fulfilled a differently-abled fan's wish to meet India skipper Rohit Sharma during a training session at the Wankhede. 

Watch: Suryakumar Yadav's sweet gesture for differently-abled fan of Rohit Sharma | MI vs KKR - IPL

Suryakumar Yadav fulfilled a differently-abled fan's wish to meet India skipper Rohit Sharma during a training session at the Wankhede.&nbsp;

In a heartwarming gesture, Mumbai Indians batter Suryakumar Yadav met with a differently-abled fan at the Wankhede Stadium ahead of the KKR clash on Friday.&nbsp; A video posted by MI shows Surya greeting the fan and taking photos with him during a training session.&nbsp; The fan then goes on to request that he wants to meet Rohit Sharma.&nbsp; 'Rohit se milna hai? Abhi bol deta hu. (You want to meet Rohit? I'll let him know right now)' replies Yadav.&nbsp;
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 The video then cuts to another clip showing the fan waiting by the stairs only to be greeted by the former Mumbai Indians skipper.&nbsp; Sharma, too, signed a jersey and took photos with the delighed fan.&nbsp;
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Tilak Varma and Tim David threatened to take Mumbai past 200, but Harshal Patel bowled a brilliant final over, managing 2 wickets and a runout to restrict the visitors to 192.

PBKS vs MI IPL 2024: Suryakumar Yadav smashes 78 but Harshal Patel's brilliant final over keeps Mumbai under 200

The early loss of Ishan Kishan could have spelled trouble for Mumbai, but Suryakumar Yadav, alongside Rohit Sharma, steadied the ship with a crucial 81-run partnership. 


<h2>Tilak Varma and Tim David threatened to take Mumbai past 200, but Harshal Patel bowled a brilliant final over, managing 2 wickets and a runout to restrict the visitors to 192.</h2>

The Mumbai Indians managed to put up an impressive score of 192 against the Punjab Kings, largely thanks to a standout performance from Suryakumar Yadav. Yadav, who came into the game with a patchy form from his last three matches, emerged as the top scorer for his team, knocking a solid 78 runs off just 53 deliveries.
The early loss of Ishan Kishan could have spelled trouble for Mumbai, but Surya, alongside Rohit Sharma, steadied the ship with a crucial 81-run partnership. This alliance not only stabilized their innings but also injected the momentum needed after the early setback. Rohit, contributing a substantial 36 runs, laid a solid foundation before his dismissal.
Despite Rohit's departure, Surya continued his aggressive play. Although he fell short of a century, his significant contribution of 78 runs was instrumental in pushing Mumbai Indians towards a competitive total. His performance was particularly noteworthy as it marked a return to form for the dynamic batsman, who had not performed up to his usual standards in the initial matches of the season.
Tilak Varma, coming in after Rohit, proved to be an effective partner for Yadav. Varma played a brisk innings, ending the innings unbeaten at 34 runs from just 18 balls, which included some critical boundaries that further accelerated the Mumbai Indians' score towards the end of their innings. Tim David also made a valuable contribution with a quick cameo, adding to the team's total in the crucial final stages of their batting effort.
However, the Mumbai Indians were denied a chance to breach the 200-run mark by Harshal Patel's exceptional performance in the final over of the innings. Patel, delivering a masterclass in death bowling, managed to claim two vital wickets and a run-out in the last over. His efforts were pivotal in ensuring that the Mumbai Indians did not breach the coveted 200-run mark.
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Surya revealed that apart from sports hernia for which he had to undergo a surgery and an ankle problem, he also endured an injury to his right knee.

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Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday revealed that he battled 3 different injuries in the past three months but worked hard to become a "better version" of himself.

Surya revealed that apart from sports hernia for which he had to undergo a surgery and an ankle problem, he also endured an injury to his right knee.

India and Mumbai Indians batter Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday revealed that he battled 3 different injuries in the past three months but worked hard to become a "better version" of himself while going through a "boring" recovery process.
The world No.1 T20 batter, who made his comeback last week in the Indian Premier League, revealed that apart from sports hernia for which he had to undergo a surgery and an ankle problem, he also endured an injury to his right knee.
"I had two-three niggles together, sports hernia, ankle and then right knee. I had to take one step at a time, follow the small things and here I am, really happy to be on the ground," Yadav said in a video released by IPL.
The 33-year-old said it was "boring" for him to follow the same routine during rehab work at the start but he decided to make the most of the opportunity.
"It's actually a little difficult to describe the last three (or) three-and-a-half months. It was difficult, the first two-three weeks, because I felt (it was) very boring doing the same things again and again (in) the rehab," he said.
"But (by) the fourth-fifth week, I realised that it is important going forward." A conversation with his wife was helpful in giving him perspective.
"When I spoke to my wife and all the people at NCA, they said it has to be a second version of yourself, you have to be a little different when you come back on the field. I started doing all those small things like sleeping on time, following a good diet &mdash; that was most important," he added.
Yadav said time away from the game helped him focus on aspects he had neglected and that helped him recover faster.
"I (had) never read a book in my life and I started doing that as well. Getting up in the morning, spending a good quality time at the rehab centre and focusing on everything, connecting myself, my brain and my body with the rehab and it helped me really well to recover a little faster," he said.
"I wanted to be a better version of myself, when I got injured, I realised what were the things I wanted to work on. I got 2-3 months to work on myself in terms of fitness and on my body as well,&rdquo; he said.
'SKY' lauded the coaches and staff at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru for understanding and supporting him in his recovery phase, even when he did not like the grind.
"I am really grateful to the support staff at NCA, everyone, right from trainers to physios who took care of me right from the morning. They took everything, whatever I said.
"A few days I was feeling angry to do the rehab but then they took that in their stride and understood really well how I wanted to work," he said.
Yadav, who had faced trouble clearing his fitness tests at NCA at the initial stage of this IPL, said he never felt he was not around the Mumbai Indians' team.
"My whole cricketing journey started from here and when I entered the hotel and the ground, it never felt (like) that I (had) left this place," he said.
"The first day when I did my practice session with the boys and everyone around, it felt that I was here since the IPL started." However, Yadav admitted he could not watch IPL matches since he followed a strict routine.
"It is always difficult when your team is playing and you are sitting in the room and watching. I cannot say that I did not watch the games, I watched half of the games as I was sleeping on time when I was in Bangalore, at about 10:30pm-10:45pm," he said.
"It was difficult but at the same time, it gave me a lot of motivation and inspiration that yes, they are playing there and I have to work really hard on myself and my recovery and get there as soon as possible," he added.

Yadav has been out of action since December owing to multiple injuries including a sports hernia and an ankle injury. 


IPL 2024: Good news for Hardik & Co! Suryakumar Yadav joins Mumbai camp

Yadav has been out of action since December owing to multiple injuries including a sports hernia and an ankle injury.&nbsp;

In a big boost for struggling Mumbai Indians, world number one T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav trained with the team in Mumbai on Friday after a long injury layoff and unleashed his trademark shots without any visible discomfort, raising hopes that he could compete in the team's next IPL match against Delhi Capitals.
Five-time champions Mumbai Indians are languishing at the bottom of the 10-team table, having lost all three matches so far and if Suryakumar plays, the Hardik Pandya-led team will hope that his presence helps them with the anticipated turnaround.
The 33-old aggressive batter has been out of action since the South Africa series late last year. He underwent a surgery to treat sports hernia and was also nursing an ankle injury which he had sustained during India's tour of South Africa late last year.
Suryakumar was the first to arrive for the training session at the Wankhede Stadium, more than an hour before his teammates came for the afternoon session.
Suryakumar walked into one of the two nets and batted for more than an hour, not looking to exert himself but getting his body in rhythm and getting his strokes going a few days after he was given the clearance to join the Mumbai Indians' squad by the National Cricket Academy (NCA) staff.
The right-handed batter unleashed strokes in all parts of the ground while batting against throwdown specialists and MI spinner Kumar Kartikeya. He hit the ball exactly the way he wanted, middling most of his strokes and also practiced his trademark flick shot over the fine-leg region.
The team is coming off a short break after taking a trip to Jamnagar following its third straight loss in the ongoing tournament, the last one being a six-wickets defeat Rajasthan Royals on April 1.
Meanwhile, in the adjacent nets, Delhi Capitals and Australia batter David Warner had a long hit among the others. Mumbai's Ranji Trophy bowler Mohit Awasthi was also seen bowling to the Delhi Capitals' batters during their training.

Suryakumar had undergone multiple surgeries -- one for grade 2 ankle tear and another for sports hernia -- and he last played in the T20 series in South Africa.

Suryakumar Yadav update: MI batter clears most fitness tests, likely to play on this date | IPL 2024

Mumbai Indians will soon get the much required batting boost as the world's No.1 ranked T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav has cleared almost all the fitness tests. This is when he is expected to return

Suryakumar had undergone multiple surgeries -- one for grade 2 ankle tear and another for sports hernia -- and he last played in the T20 series in South Africa.

Mumbai Indians will soon get the much required batting boost as the world's No.1 ranked T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav has cleared almost all the fitness tests at the National Cricket Academy and is very close to playing his first IPL game of the season.
Suryakumar had undergone multiple surgeries -- one for grade 2 ankle tear and another for sports hernia -- and he last played in the T20 series in South Africa.
"Surya has cleared all but one routine tests which are mandatory to get RTP (Return To Play) certificate from the NCA. There is one more test left to be conducted on Thursday, after which a clearer picture would emerge," a senior BCCI source told PTI on the condition of anonymity.
"He is batting comfortably and has done all simulations," he added.
Asked if Suryakumar will be able to play the Mumbai Indians' home game on April 7 against Delhi Capitals, the source said: "The clearer picture will emerge after tomorrow's tests. There's still three days before the next game but since it's a comeback after a long time, it could also be April 11 at home against RCB."
The swashbuckling batter has been MI's most prolific performer for the past four to five seasons and his absence from the playing XI has been felt by the team that has lost its first three matches this season.
His replacement Naman Dhir, the player from Punjab, is yet to measure up and beleaguered skipper Hardik Pandya would certainly need 'Mr 360 degree' to stem the rot.
As far as the BCCI's medical team is concerned, the clear mandate was to ensure that India's premier T20 batter is completely fit for the T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies, and also make sure that there are no premature breakdowns during the IPL.

The world's top-ranked batter in the shortest format, Suryakumar Yadav, is currently recovering from a sports hernia surgery, with his rehab being monitored by the NCA. 

IPL 2024 MI news: Suryakumar Yadav to miss more matches for Mumbai Indians

The Mumbai Indians will be without their star batter Suryakumar Yadav for a few more matches at least.

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<h2>The world's top-ranked batter in the shortest format, Suryakumar Yadav, is currently recovering from a sports hernia surgery, with his rehab being monitored by the NCA.&nbsp;</h2>

The Mumbai Indians will be without their star batter Suryakumar Yadav for a few more matches at least. Currently ranked as the world's top T20 batsman, Surya is in the final stages of recovery from a sports hernia surgery, with his rehabilitation being closely monitored by the National Cricket Academy (NCA).
The absence of Surya has been felt by the Mumbai Indians, who have experienced defeats in their opening two matches of the season. Despite the setback, there is optimism about his return to the field. "Surya is making very good progress and very soon he will be back playing for MI. However, he might have to sit out for a few more games, having missed the first two," disclosed a BCCI source to PTI.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is taking a cautious approach with Surya's comeback. Given his crucial role in the Indian team, especially with the T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies on the horizon in June, the board is prioritizing his full recovery. "For BCCI, the main concern is if he is on course for World T20 which he is. Obviously he will play for MI but after a sports hernia surgery, he can't be rushed," the source added.
Surya, aged 33, is renowned for his explosive batting style, often drawing comparisons with the legendary A B de Villiers due to his versatile shot-making abilities. Boasting an impressive strike rate of 171.55 in T20s, his contributions are vital for both Mumbai Indians and the national team. With 60 T20I appearances, he has amassed 2141 runs, including four centuries.
The Mumbai Indians are scheduled to face the Rajasthan Royals in their next match, which will also be their first home game of the season, on Monday.
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The world No 1 T20 batter Suryakumar has been stationed at the NCA in Bengaluru for his recovery and rehabilitation following a surgery for sports hernia.

No NCA clearance for Suryakumar Yadav yet, batter to miss Mumbai Indians' opener | IPL 2024

The world No 1 T20 batter Suryakumar has been stationed at the NCA in Bengaluru for his recovery and rehabilitation following a surgery for sports hernia.

Star batter Suryakumar Yadav is certain to miss Mumbai Indians' IPL opener against Gujarat Titans on March 24 as he is yet to get fitness clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA).
The world no. 1 T20 batter Suryakumar has been stationed at the NCA in Bengaluru for his recovery and rehabilitation following a surgery for sports hernia.
Suryakumar, who has been out of action since December, had a fitness test at the NCA on Tuesday but PTI understands that the 33-year-old needs "further assessment".
Suryakumar will be assessed once again on Thursday.
His participation in the subsequent matches for Mumbai Indians &mdash; against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 27, Rajasthan Royals on April 1 and Delhi Capitals on April 7 &mdash; would be determined at a later stage.
Suryakumar on Tuesday posted a cryptic message on his Instagram page conveying a &lsquo;heartbreak&rsquo;.
Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, are occupied with closed-door practice games in Mumbai at the Wankhede Stadium.

It's still not clear whether NCA will give clearance to play in the first two away games: a BCCI source told PTI

Suryakumar Yadav update: Rehab on track but will Sky be available for Mumbai Indians' first 2 games?

It's still not clear whether Suryakumar Yadav will be available for the first 2 games for the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024. Here is what BCCI sources told PTI.

It's still not clear whether NCA will give clearance to play in the first two away games: a BCCI source told PTI

India's ace T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav is currently undergoing rehabilitation at Bengaluru's National Cricket Academy post an ankle surgery but it is still not clear whether he will be available for the first 2 games for the Mumbai Indians in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL).
MI will start its campaign on March 24, against last year's runners-up Gujarat Titans, and it is a race against time for the world No. 1 T20 batter, who is working hard at the NCA to get back to peak match fitness.
"Surya's rehabilitation is on track and he will certainly 'Return to Play' in the IPL itself. However it is still not clear whether the NCA's Sports Science and Medical Team will give clearance to play in the first two away games against Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad (March 27)," a BCCI source told PTI on condition of anonymity.
If one goes by Surya's Instagram handle, he has been seen doing a lot of Strength and Conditioning (S&amp;C) routines but he hasn't yet uploaded any of his batting videos, which will give a fair indication of how he is shaping up.
"There are still 12 days to go before MI play their first game but it could be a race against time to get fit by the first match itself," the source said.
Surya is the most vital player in India's T20 set-up with a strike-rate of 171-plus and 2,141 runs in 60 T20 games. He has four T20I hundreds to his credit.
Much of India's chances in the T20 World Cup in the Americas (USA and West Indies) will depend on how Surya plays. And even for MI to have a successful campaign, Surya's availability from the start is paramount.
Surya last played in South Africa, where he led the national team in the T20 format.

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