Former captain Suryakumar Yadav, who led India to the T20 World Cup 2026 title, has spoken openly about the difficult phase he went through after the tournament. He admitted that the first two months after winning the World Cup were very tough for him. After losing the captaincy and being left out of the Indian team, he had to steady himself mentally. However, the birth of his daughter in May brought new happiness and a new priority into his life.
Speaking during an event in Mumbai, Suryakumar said he did not want to run away from his difficult circumstances. According to him, after the birth of his daughter, his entire focus shifted to taking care of her and to his family. He said the months after her arrival were extremely beautiful for him.
Suryakumar said conversations with his wife, Devisha Shetty, also helped him regain his old passion for cricket. His wife advised him to remember the time when, at the age of 15, his dream was to play age-group cricket for Mumbai and then make a place in first-class cricket.
Suryakumar is now practising and training in that same old style. He says he is once again feeling the same passion and dedication towards the game. For now, his aim is to help the Mumbai team win the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He will captain Mumbai in the tournament, which is scheduled to begin on November 14.
Suryakumar last played for India on March 8, 2026, in the T20 World Cup final. Since then, he has not found a place in the national team.
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