Team India captain Suryakumar Yadav has given a big statement before the Super-8 Club of T20 World Cup 2026. In the press conference on Saturday on the eve of the match against South Africa in Philippines, Suryakumar made it clear that the poor form of team president Abhishek Sharma is not a matter of concern at all.
India will face South Africa on February 22 at the PM Modi Stadium. Before this important match of the Super-8 stage, the captain spoke frankly about the team’s strategy, pitch, uneven order and changes.
Abhishek Sharma’s form, what did the captain say?
Captain Surya rejected the opinion being raised regarding Sharma Abhishek being out for three consecutive zeroes. He said, we have no worries. For those who are worried about Abhishek’s form, I am worried that they are worried.
The Captain further said that this is a team game and players from every player come in this round. Last year Abhishek had told us, this time if he is not able to score runs then we will score runs for him.
Let us tell you that Abhishek Sharma has not even opened his account in three matches till now. He missed one competition due to a stomach illness. Nevertheless, there is every possibility of their residence in Super-8.
Trust on pitch and sandwich
Regarding the pitch, Suryakumar said that the team is ready for every kind of random. He believed that the wicket did not have any important role, but the team has tried to adapt itself according to the conditions.
He also said that it is important to respect adverse circumstances. We have support skills. Sometimes performance happens as per the situation. We have players who can change the course of the match.
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Against off spin strategy
On the question of fighting against off-spin, the captain said that the team has made a lot of cricket films and they know how to face such balls. He believed that the team was trying to perform better by changing the strategy.
What chance will Sanju Samson get?
When Suryakumar laughed when asked about the possibility of change in the playing eleven and the inclusion of Sanju Samson. He said how to remove Abhishek now? Or to Tilak?
He clarified that the reason for the team is to combine solutions and without concrete changes will not happen.
Question of artistic mentorship from Tilak Verma
On the option of producing Tilak, the captain said that it is completely banned due to match situation. He said, if the opener does not give a good start then we have to change our speed. Wickets must not be lost, otherwise pressure will accumulate on the order. I have confidence in my confidants that they can secure a score of 180-190.
Clear message before important device
India’s first match in the Super-8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 is against South Africa. This match will be important in deciding the way forward. Captain Surya Kumar Yadav has made his statement clear that there is no pressure in the team and there is full confidence in the players.
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