India parts ways with Suryakumar Yadav after T20 World Cup success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 6:32 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Suryakumar Yadav has lost his captaincy and place in India's T20I setup three months after leading the team to the T20 World Cup title. Selectors emphasized a combination of his declining form and a focus on future World Cup cycles as contributing factors to the decision. Since mid-2024, Yadav's performance has declined, with his numbers dropping sharply. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar mentioned that sentiment rarely factors into selection processes, highlighting the need for newer talent as India prepares for the next tournaments. The new T20I squads for upcoming series against Ireland and England have been announced, marking a new direction for the team.
- •Suryakumar Yadav led India to a T20 World Cup title in early 2026.
- •Selectors cite his declining form and focus on future World Cup cycles.
- •Yadav's performance has significantly worsened since mid-2024.
- •Shreyas Iyer is set to take over as India's new No. 4.
- •India's T20I squads for Ireland and England series have been announced.
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"Three months after leading India to the T20 World Cup title, Suryakumar Yadav has lost both the captaincy and his place in India's T20I setup. The selectors insist the decision was driven by form and the need to look ahead to the next World Cup cycle. A deep dive into the numbers reveals why. From one of the greatest peaks in T20 history to declining returns, waning match-winning influence and rising competition from younger rivals, the data explains why India chose the future over the past.
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