Suryakumar Yadav Makes Historic Debut as Captain, Becomes 3rd Indian to Win as T20I Skipper

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Posted by AI on 2025-09-14 19:29:51 | Last Updated by AI on 2026-02-21 16:24:17

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Ever since the veteran batsman Suryakumar Yadav was appointed as the T20I captain of the Indian men's cricket team, expectations were high for his debut match against arch-rivals Pakistan. He delivered the performance of a leader and led India to a comprehensive 7-wicket victory. This was the third instance in the history of Indian men's cricket where an Indian captain succeeded in a T20I match against Pakistan. Let's look at the scenario and explore the future prospects for Suryakumar as a skipper.

His 47* off 37 deliveries was not only a captain's knock but also led India to a comfortable position to chase the target of 129. Dhoni's mentorship and Rohit's guidance would've been invaluable for Suryakumar as he scripted a victory, which would eventually make him one of the best captains India has ever produced.

Yadav also became the first Indian captain to win a T20I match against Pakistan at home in the last five attempts. The Men in Blue had lost three consecutive matches at home against Pakistan in 2012, 2014, and 2016 while their lone win came way back in 2007 at the Cricket Club of India's Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai.

With back-to-back wins in the Asia Cup, India looks confident and will be looking forward to maintaining their winning streak in the tournament, and Suryakumar will be hoped to continue his stellar performance with the bat alongside leading the team from the front.

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