India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav’s hopes of a Test comeback have been dealt a blow after he suffered a hand injury while fielding for Mumbai in the Buchi Babu tournament. The extent of the injury is yet to be determined, but it is a significant concern for the hard-hitting batsman with the Duleep Trophy set to commence on September 5.
Yadav, who has played only one Test for India, was eager to impress the selectors in the red-ball format. He had expressed his excitement about the upcoming Duleep Trophy, which would have given him a chance to stake his claim for a place in the Test team.
However, his injury has cast a shadow over his plans. The injury occurred while he was fielding in Mumbai’s match against Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) XI. Mumbai could only manage 156 in reply to TNCA XI’s 379, and now face a daunting target of 510 to win.
Yadav is part of the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led Team C squad in the Duleep Trophy. India’s home season kicks off with the two-Test series against Bangladesh in September-October. If Yadav’s injury is serious, it could jeopardize his chances of making a comeback to the Test team.
The injury is a setback for Yadav, who has been in excellent form in white-ball cricket. He was the leading run-scorer in the recently concluded T20I series against West Indies, and has also been impressive in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Yadav’s injury is a reminder of the physical demands of cricket. Even the most talented players are susceptible to injuries, and it is important for them to manage their workload carefully. Yadav will be hoping that his injury is not serious, and that he will be able to recover in time for the Duleep Trophy and the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh.
