Mumbai Indians’ struggles in the ongoing IPL 2024 season have been compounded by the absence of star batter Suryakumar Yadav, who remains sidelined due to injury. The team has lost its first two matches, highlighting the void left by Yadav’s absence.
Ahead of MI’s second game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, a fan on social media pointed out the advantage SRH had in facing Mumbai early in the tournament, given their current form. However, Yadav responded to the comment, revealing that his injury was more severe than initially thought.
“Little correction mate. Ankle plus I got operated for sports hernia,” Yadav wrote on Twitter.
The comment has since gone viral, with fans expressing concern for Yadav’s health and recovery. The batter has been stationed at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru for rehabilitation following surgery for a sports hernia. He has been out of action since December last year.
Yadav’s absence has been a significant blow to MI, who have relied heavily on him in recent seasons. The world number 1 T20I batter has been a key contributor to India’s success in the shortest format, leading the team in Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya’s absence during the recent series in South Africa.
Yadav’s recovery timeline remains uncertain, with the NCA yet to grant him fitness clearance. The batter has expressed optimism about his return, stating that he will be back “very soon.”
MI will hope to turn their fortunes around in their upcoming matches, but they will undoubtedly miss the services of their star batter. Yadav’s return will be a major boost for the team, who will be eager to challenge for the IPL title once again.
