Overview
- Suryakumar Yadav told reporters on Thursday that he is "putting in all the hard work" and hoping consistent performances will force a recall to the India side.
- The 35‑year‑old was removed as T20I captain and left out of recent squads in June when the BCCI, chief selector Ajit Agarkar and coach Gautam Gambhir began a two‑year plan and handed the captaincy to Shreyas Iyer.
- Selectors and an anonymous BCCI source have said he is not part of current plans but that a pathway back exists if he scores consistently in domestic cricket.
- Coverage and former players point to a clear drop in form—including 270 runs in 13 matches in IPL 2026 at an average of about 20.76—and reported wrist concerns that may be limiting his 360‑degree strokeplay.
- If Suryakumar returns to form, the likely route is sustained runs for Mumbai Indians and in domestic tournaments because the selection group is prioritising fitness, form, and future planning for the next global cycle.