Team India is now going to play a 3 match T20I series as well as an ODI series of the same number in India’s tour of Sri Lanka. After Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirement from T20 cricket, Suryakumar Yadav has been selected as the new captain in the format. India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav praises ex captain Rohit Sharma.
Suryakumar Yadav leads the team as captain. Shubman Gill takes on vice-captain role. The three-match contest features a new-look Indian squad. Younger players get chances with Rohit and Kohli absent. SKY’s leadership will be tested in this series.
Suryakumar Yadav praises Rohit Sharma
India faces Sri Lanka in T20Is without Rohit and Kohli. Suryakumar Yadav leads, with Gill as vice-captain. BCCI and management chose SKY for his T20I prowess. He’s India’s top T20I performer, leading ICC rankings. SKY played most games under Rohit Sharma.
They share a strong bond from Mumbai Indians and national team. Their partnership often secured wins for India. This series marks SKY’s leadership debut. The team aims to maintain performance without senior players. SKY’s captaincy builds on his experience with Rohit. His consistent run-scoring earned him the captain’s role.
“Rohit Sharma was a leader. I have learned the art of leadership from him. The template will be the same. From 2014-15 to now, it is almost 10 years. I’m a completely changed man now. I have learnt a lot of things about the captaincy, especially from Rohit Sharma.” SKY said.
Why Suryakumar Yadav was chosen above Hardik Pandya
Recently, Suryakumar Yadav became the T20I captain for team India after Rohit Sharma’s exit from the format. This was a bit surprising considering Hardik Pandya had been the number 1 choice for the position.
Selectors chose Suryakumar Yadav over Hardik Pandya to lead T20Is, citing Pandya’s fitness issues. Players feel more at ease with Suryakumar, noted chief selector Agarkar. He connects well with veterans and newcomers alike. This was evident in his leadership during the Australia and South Africa series.
Suryakumar’s team rapport shines through in Pallekele practice sessions. His captaincy style fosters a comfortable team environment. The decision reflects positive feedback from the dressing room. Suryakumar’s leadership skills have impressed both on and off the field.
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