Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav, who recently captained India to victory in the 2026 T20 World Cup and played a key role in two consecutive T20 World Cup triumphs, is currently facing a challenging phase in his career. Ahead of the team's upcoming tour of the UK, the selectors made a dramatic decision by removing him from the captaincy and dropping him from the squad altogether. The leadership duties for the UK series were subsequently handed to Shreyas Iyer. Despite this setback, the batter popularly known as Mr 360 has chosen to focus on rigorous preparation to reclaim his spot in the national side.
Intense Net Practice and Social Media Message
Determined to make a strong comeback into Team India, Suryakumar Yadav has resumed high-intensity training sessions. On August 20, 2026, he shared a video from his net practice on social media, showcasing his focus and preparation under tough conditions. His training routine reflects his mindset of pushing limits during practice to deliver results in competitive matches.
Accompanying the practice video, Suryakumar Yadav shared a clear message regarding his approach to training. "Make the practice harder than the match," he stated. He added that placing maximum pressure on oneself during net sessions makes staying calm during actual games a second nature. Emphasizing the importance of embracing difficult situations, his post demonstrated his resolve to overcome current obstacles through hard work.
Captaincy Handed to Shreyas Iyer for UK Tour
The decision to exclude Suryakumar Yadav came as a surprise to many cricket observers, especially given his recent leadership success in steering India to the T20 World Cup title in 2026. However, for the UK tour, the selectors opted for a change in leadership, naming Shreyas Iyer as the new T20 captain. Analysts note that with the current squad composition, Suryakumar will need to demonstrate outstanding form through consistent training and domestic performances to earn a recall.
Embracing Fatherhood and Family Time
Away from international cricket duties, Suryakumar Yadav is utilizing his time to maintain peak physical fitness while enjoying key personal milestones. In May 2026, he became a father for the first time. His wife, Devisha Shetty, gave birth to a baby daughter on May 7, 2026, whom the couple named Ridhima.
Suryakumar and Devisha were married on July 7, 2016. After nearly a decade of marriage, the birth of their daughter has brought immense joy to the family. While balancing fatherhood duties and home life, Suryakumar continues his daily gym workouts and cricket drills, staying fully prepared for his next opportunity on the field.
