In a significant move ahead of the Sri Lanka series, Suryakumar Yadav has been appointed as India’s new T20I captain. The announcement has sparked excitement and curiosity among cricket enthusiasts and experts, with many looking forward to the new leadership dynamics in the team.
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Suryakumar Yadav Details ‘Special Bond’ with Gautam Gambhir Ahead of Sri Lanka Series Suryakumar Yadav expressed his admiration for the newly appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir, highlighting the special bond they share from their time together at Kolkata Knight Riders. Yadav emphasized that Gambhir’s leadership has always inspired him.
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Suryakumar Yadav: ‘The Same Train Will Continue, Only the Engine Has Changed’ In an exclusive interview, Suryakumar Yadav assured fans that the team’s aggressive and dynamic approach will remain unchanged. He emphasized continuity and confidence in the team’s current strategies.
The Times of India
‘Toh Abhi Kar Lenge Pura…’: Captain Suryakumar Yadav on Amending Team India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir’s Reflecting on Gambhir’s previous comments about having some regrets, Yadav humorously remarked that they now have the chance to rectify any past missed opportunities and achieve great success together.
The Indian Express
Focus Shifts to Coach Gautam Gambhir’s Approach as He Begins Partnership with Captain Suryakumar Yadav Venkata Krishna reports on the new partnership between Suryakumar Yadav and Gautam Gambhir, emphasizing how Gambhir’s strategic mindset will influence the team’s performance.
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Pakistan’s Ex-Skipper Slams BCCI, Ajit Agarkar for Axing Hardik Pandya of T20 Captaincy: ‘Hand Him a Certificate’ Former Pakistani cricketer Rashid Latif criticized the decision to remove Hardik Pandya from the T20I captaincy, questioning the BCCI’s and Ajit Agarkar’s judgment.
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CricTracker New Captains, New Challenges Ahead: Suryakumar Yadav and Charith Asalanka prepare to lead their teams in the upcoming three-match T20I series, starting tomorrow.
Mufaddal Vohra Suryakumar Yadav said, “Rohit Sharma was more of a leader than a captain of this team and that is what I would like to emulate in this T20 team”. (Vimal Kumar YT).
Cricbuzz Suryakumar Exudes Excitement on Gambhir Reunion In a press conference, Yadav spoke warmly about reuniting with Gambhir, reminiscing about their successful past and expressing optimism for the future.
Hindustan Times
Suryakumar Yadav’s Selfless Act During Indian Team Huddle Ahead of 1st T20I Reflects Infectious New Cultural Shift Yadav’s inclusive leadership style was on full display during the team huddle, setting a positive tone for the series ahead.
India Today
Rohit Sharma was a Leader Not a Captain: Suryakumar’s Praises Former Captain Yadav’s comments on Rohit Sharma highlighted the former captain’s leadership qualities and the influence they have had on his own approach to captaincy.
Sportstar
SL vs IND, 1st T20I: Suryakumar Yadav Says He Learnt a Lot of Things from Different Captains Ahead of the first T20I, Yadav shared his experiences and the valuable lessons learned from various captains throughout his career.
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‘That’s One Thing You Shouldn’t Do Ever as a Sportsman’: Suryakumar Reveals Biggest Lesson Learnt from Gambhir In an interview, Yadav discussed the critical lessons he has learned from Gambhir, stressing the importance of never giving up as a sportsman.
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He Can Make the Most of My Potential Now, Jokes Suryakumar on Gambhir’s ‘Regret’ Remark Yadav humorously addressed Gambhir’s past regrets, expressing confidence in their ability to maximize potential together.
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‘Suryakumar Yadav Takes Guard as Team India’s T20I Captain’: BCCI Posts a Video as SKY Embraces Leadership The BCCI released a video showcasing Yadav’s preparations and his embrace of the captaincy role, signaling a new era for Indian T20 cricket.
As Suryakumar Yadav steps into his new role, the cricketing world eagerly awaits the impact of his leadership and the renewed synergy with coach Gautam Gambhir. The upcoming series against Sri Lanka will be the first test of this new captain-coach partnership, promising an exciting chapter in Indian cricket.