After a prolonged injury layoff, Suryakumar Yadav, the world’s top-ranked T20I batter, has resumed training with his IPL franchise, Mumbai Indians, sparking optimism about his potential return to action in the upcoming match against Delhi Capitals. Yadav joined his teammates at the Wankhede Stadium for an afternoon practice session ahead of their scheduled match on Sunday.
During the session, the middle-order maestro showcased his trademark shots with apparent ease, indicating a promising recovery from his injury setback. Spending nearly an hour in the nets, Yadav appeared comfortable and focused as he honed his skills.
Following the rigorous batting session, Suryakumar Yadav engaged in mobility drills before mingling with his teammates. He also held discussions with Mark Boucher, the head coach, and Kieron Pollard, the batting coach, underscoring his commitment to regaining full fitness and contributing to the team’s success.
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The 33-year-old Mumbai batter received clearance to resume playing from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) after undergoing surgery to address a sports hernia in Munich, Germany. His return to the fold comes as a significant boost for Mumbai Indians, who have struggled to secure victories in the ongoing IPL 2024 season.
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— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 5, 2024
𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗮𝘁 🗣️ 𝑺𝑼𝑷𝑳𝑨𝑨𝑨 𝑺𝑯𝑶𝑻𝑻𝑻 💙#MumbaiMeriJaan #MumbaiIndians | @surya_14kumar pic.twitter.com/Zz2cIn9zZX
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 5, 2024
Yadav, renowned for his innovative stroke play and 360-degree batting repertoire, last participated in competitive cricket during India’s T20I series against South Africa in December 2023. Despite sustaining an ankle injury while fielding in the third T20I match in Johannesburg, where he also notched a scintillating century off 56 balls, Yadav played a pivotal role in India’s series triumph under his leadership.
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Subsequently, Yadav underwent sports hernia surgery on January 17 in Munich, which sidelined him from action for an extended period. His return to fitness and availability for selection provide Mumbai Indians with a much-needed boost as they seek to turn their fortunes around in the IPL 2024 campaign.
