Where every match is a saga of triumphs and challenges, the unforeseen twists of fate can significantly impact a player’s journey. One such twist has recently unfolded in the life of Suryakumar Yadav, the promising cricketer whose prowess on the field has captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Unfortunately, due to a Grade-II ankle injury sustained during the third Twenty20 International in Johannesburg, Suryakumar Yadav is set to miss seven weeks of play.
Returning from South Africa, where the cricketing action was intense, Suryakumar Yadav found himself in the midst of an unexpected setback. During the third Twenty20 International, while valiantly fielding in Johannesburg, fate took a turn for the worse. The incident occurred when Surya, in an attempt to stop a charging ball, lost his footing, resulting in an injury to his ankle. Little did he know that this moment would shape the trajectory of his immediate future in the cricketing arena.
Upon his return, Suryakumar Yadav underwent a thorough examination, and the diagnostic report, as reported by The Indian Express, revealed the severity of the injury. It was confirmed to be a Grade-II ankle injury, a classification that denotes a moderate level of damage. The road to recovery would not be swift, and the cricketing fraternity awaited further updates on the timeline of his return to the field.
According to sources within the cricketing circle, if everything goes according to plan, Suryakumar Yadav is expected to be back in action by the beginning of February. However, the journey to recovery involves a comprehensive rehabilitation process, and the cricketer will be reporting to the National Cricket Academy for specialized care. The meticulous rehabilitation program is crucial for ensuring that Surya returns to the field with the same agility and skill that fans have come to admire.
Suryakumar Yadav’s absence will be particularly felt in the upcoming home three-T20I series against Afghanistan, scheduled to commence on January 11. His instrumental role in the team was accentuated by the fact that he was named captain of the Twenty20 International team, taking the reins from Hardik Pandya, who continues to grapple with an ankle ailment lingering from the 50-over World Cup.
With Suryakumar Yadav temporarily sidelined, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) faces the challenge of selecting a replacement skipper for the impending Afghanistan series. The decision looms large, especially considering the series follows closely on the heels of the Test series in South Africa. The absence of both Yadav and Pandya poses a leadership void that the BCCI must address judiciously.
In light of the setback, an insider within the Indian board shared, “He will take some time to recover. He will have to report to the National Cricket Academy later to do his rehabilitation. He is surely going to miss the Afghanistan series.”
Fans React As Suryakumar Yadav Is Set To Miss The T20I Series Against Afghanistan Due To A Grade 2 Tear In His Ankle
