Suryakumar Yadav opens up about life after being dropped from the Indian team

Suryakumar Yadav was dropped from the Indian cricket team after winning the 2026 T20 World Cup, following a dip in his form and a quiet tournament where he struggled to make an impact outside of the opening game against the USA. Speaking at a T20 Mumbai League Celebrating the Champions event, the 36-year-old admitted that dealing with the omission was tough.

Family and Return

The birth of his daughter in May during the IPL shifted his focus entirely, bringing him beautiful moments in the months that followed. After an initial two months of struggle, he decided to return to the mindset he had when he first started playing cricket as a kid wanting to represent Mumbai in age-group and First-Class cricket. He also discussed his future with his wife Devisha Shetty, who advised him to bring back the same love and passion for the game that he possessed as a 15-year-old wanting to play Under-15 cricket for Mumbai.

Context

Suryakumar Yadav is now training again with his original passion, aiming to win games and championships for Mumbai. Professional athletes often lean on family support and early career motivations to overcome setbacks and rediscover their drive after losing their spots in national squads.