Mumbai Indians’ loyal fans might have to wait a bit longer to witness Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive batting in IPL 2024. The right-handed dynamo, who has been out of action since December last year due to sports hernia surgery, is undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru. However, with the IPL season looming, doubts linger over his availability for the initial matches.
Suryakumar Yadav’s potential absence from the Mumbai Indians’ lineup for their first two encounters has surfaced as a major concern. As per a BCCI source, while Surya’s rehabilitation is progressing well, clearance for his participation in the initial games against Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad seems uncertain.
BCCI source revealed a major update
“Suryakumar Yadav’s rehabilitation is on track and he will certainly ‘Return to Play’ in the IPL itself. However, it is still not clear whether the NCA’s Sports Science and Medical Team will give clearance to play in the first two away games against Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad (March 27),” a BCCI source revealed on condition of anonymity.
Despite Suryakumar Yadav’s efforts in strength and conditioning routines, his readiness for competitive cricket remains questionable as he has not yet showcased his batting prowess post-recovery. His absence from the DY Patil T20 Cup further emphasizes the cautious approach towards his comeback.
With just 12 days remaining before Mumbai Indians kickstart their campaign, the countdown intensifies for Suryakumar Yadav to regain match fitness. His impact on Mumbai Indians’ performance is undeniable, considering his stellar record in T20 cricket and pivotal role in India’s T20 setup.
Suryakumar Yadav’s absence could potentially dent both Mumbai Indians’ and India’s prospects in upcoming tournaments. Given his remarkable strike rate and match-winning abilities, his availability from the onset is crucial for both team’s success.
While uncertainty looms over Suryakumar Yadav’s immediate return to action, his fans eagerly await his comeback, hoping to witness his trademark fireworks on the cricket field once again.
