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Ind Vs SA : Suryakumar Yadav Poised To Break Multiple Record During T20I Series

November 7, 2024: As India prepares for the four-match T20I series against South Africa, Suryakumar Yadav will be looking to break multiple records and further solidify his legacy as one of the best T20I players in the world. With the series set to begin on November 8, here’s a breakdown of the milestones the Indian skipper could potentially reach:

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Leading Run-Scorer in India-South Africa T20Is

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Suryakumar currently has 346 runs from 7 T20I matches against South Africa, at a strike rate of 175.63. To become the leading run-scorer in India-South Africa T20Is, he needs 107 more runs, which would surpass David Miller, who holds the record with 452 runs from 21 matches. Given Suryakumar’s prolific form, this is a highly achievable goal, and it would be another significant feather in his cap.

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Fastest to 150 Sixes in T20Is

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Suryakumar is also on track to become the fastest player to hit 150 sixes in T20Is. Currently, he has hit 44 sixes in 74 T20I matches and 71 innings. To achieve the milestone, he needs to hit 6 more sixes during the four-match series against South Africa. If he achieves this, he will break the record for fastest to 150 sixes, surpassing the likes of Chris Gayle, who is known for his massive hitting in the format.

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Suryakumar’s T20I Record So Far

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Since making his T20I debut in 2021 against England, Suryakumar Yadav has played 74 T20Is, scoring 2544 runs at an astonishing strike rate of 169.48. His average of 42.40 is also remarkable, showcasing his consistency and ability to anchor and accelerate India’s innings. Over the course of his T20I career, Suryakumar has registered 4 centuries and 21 half-centuries, making him one of the most dangerous and versatile batters in T20 cricket.

In the T20I series against Bangladesh earlier, he captained India and scored 112 runs in 3 innings, maintaining an average of 37.33.

The T20I Series Schedule

The India-South Africa T20I series will provide Suryakumar with the opportunity to make history:

  • 1st T20I: November 8 at Kingsmead Cricket Stadium, Durban
  • 2nd T20I: November 10 at St George’s Park, Gqeberha
  • 3rd T20I: November 13 at SuperSport Park, Centurion
  • 4th T20I: November 15 at Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

India’s T20I squad for the series includes key players like Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Rinku Singh, and Arshdeep Singh, among others. Suryakumar will lead a strong team as India seeks to continue their dominance in T20 cricket.

Given his explosive form in T20 cricket, Suryakumar Yadav is expected to be a key figure in India’s batting lineup. His ability to score quickly, especially in the middle overs, has been a hallmark of his T20 game. His unorthodox shots and adaptability make him a threat to any bowling attack, and his leadership will be crucial in leading India to success in the series.

The upcoming series against South Africa is a great platform for Suryakumar Yadav to break records, further cement his place as one of the modern greats in T20 cricket, and lead India to victory. Fans and cricket pundits alike will be eagerly watching as he chases these milestones.

Disha Rojhe

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