“I would like to promote Suryakumar Yadav as a dedicated T20 batter”: Sanjay Manjrekar.

Suryakumar Yadav’s outstanding performance in T20I cricket has undeniably caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts, making it difficult to overlook his potential inclusion in India’s ODI team. In the 48 T20I matches he has played, Yadav has showcased his exceptional batting skills by accumulating an impressive total of 1675 runs in just 46 innings. This remarkable feat is further highlighted by his remarkable average of 46.2 and an astonishing strike rate of 175.76.

However, it is worth noting that former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar perceives Suryakumar’s inclusion in India’s ODI team for the West Indies tour from a different perspective. Manjrekar believes that Yadav’s true potential lies primarily in the T20I format, suggesting that he should be exclusively designated as a specialist T20I batter.

While Manjrekar’s viewpoint is valid, it is crucial to consider the broader context and evaluate Yadav’s abilities in different cricket formats. Although he has indeed excelled in T20Is, Yadav’s remarkable consistency, power-hitting skills, and adaptability make him a strong candidate for the ODI format as well. The transition from T20Is to ODIs is not uncommon, with many players successfully showcasing their prowess in both formats.

Sanjay Manjrekar “I personally believe in promoting him as a dedicated T20 batter. It’s a personal opinion because if you continue giving him opportunities in 50-over cricket, Suryakumar Yadav has the ability to perform well in that format as well.”