India’s newly appointed T20I captain, Suryakumar Yadav, continues to enjoy a blistering start to his tenure. In the ongoing third T20I against Bangladesh in Hyderabad, he achieved a significant milestone by becoming the 14th player in international cricket to surpass 2500 runs in T20Is. This achievement came during a sensational half-century, showcasing his relentless form in the shortest format of the game.
Suryakumar, popularly known as SKY, reached this milestone in just 71 innings, marking him as the second-fastest Indian to do so, behind only Virat Kohli. Kohli achieved the feat in 68 innings, while Rohit Sharma, another Indian cricketing stalwart, took longer to cross this benchmark. By reaching the 2500-run milestone in T20Is, Suryakumar has cemented his place as one of the most consistent and explosive middle-order batters for India.
SKY’s Rapid Rise in T20I Cricket
Since making his debut in 2021, Suryakumar has quickly risen through the ranks in international T20 cricket. His ability to accelerate the scoring rate, combined with innovative shot-making, has made him one of the most feared batters globally. What makes his achievement even more impressive is that SKY has predominantly played as a middle-order batter, while Virat Kohli mostly batted at number three during his T20I career.
In terms of the fastest to 2500 T20I runs globally, Suryakumar ranks behind Pakistan’s star batters Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam, who reached the milestone in 65 and 62 innings, respectively. Nevertheless, SKY’s inclusion in this elite list highlights his growing stature in international cricket.
Breaking Records with Style
Suryakumar’s milestone came in a record-breaking match for India, where his captaincy and individual performance were instrumental. His innings of 75 off just 35 balls provided significant support to Sanju Samson, who struck a blistering maiden T20I century. Together, the pair built a massive 173-run partnership, propelling India to a record total of 297/6—the highest-ever score by a full-member nation in T20I history.
India’s explosive start saw them reach 82/1 in the powerplay, equaling their joint-highest powerplay score in T20Is. Samson’s century came off just 40 balls, the second-fastest by an Indian, showcasing the brutal hitting that left Bangladesh’s bowlers struggling.
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Suryakumar Eyes More Records
With 2544 T20I runs to his name, Suryakumar is now in close competition with Australia’s Glenn Maxwell, who has 2600 runs. SKY has his sights set on becoming the 10th player to surpass the 3000-run mark in T20Is. The fastest player to achieve this was Mohammad Rizwan, who did so in just 79 innings, while Kohli and Babar took 81 innings.
Given his form, it’s not far-fetched to predict that SKY could reach 3000 runs faster than many of his predecessors, adding yet another accolade to his growing list of accomplishments. His combination of quick scoring and consistency places him in an ideal position to not just break individual records but also lead India to greater heights in T20I cricket.
Suryakumar’s T20I career trajectory has been nothing short of meteoric, and as the captain of India’s T20 team, the pressure is on him to maintain this exceptional level of performance. However, SKY’s confidence and attacking mindset, coupled with his innovative stroke play, suggest that he will continue to thrive in this role.
As he surpasses one milestone after another, Suryakumar is not only making a name for himself but also shaping the future of India’s T20I cricket with his fearless approach. His leadership and batting prowess are undoubtedly setting the stage for a new era in Indian T20 cricket.
Suryakumar Yadav’s 2500-run milestone, alongside India’s record-breaking total, marks another chapter in his already illustrious T20I career. As the cricketing world eagerly watches, there’s no doubt that SKY is reaching for the stars.
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