IND vs PAK 2022: “He should not be moved from No. 4”

Flexibility has been the buzzword in India’s batting over the previous couple of months, however Mohammad Kaif reckons that Suryakumar Yadav should not be moved from the No. 4 slot in T20Is.

Suryakumar has batted at varied positions within the Indian T20I line-up over the past 12 months, even opening the innings in just a few matches. Against Pakistan, he was moved all the way down to No. 5 as left-hander Ravindra Jadeja was promoted forward of him. He was again to his No. 4 place in opposition to Hong Kong.

The 31-year-old’s batting place is a matter of dialogue forward of the Indo-Pak Asia Cup 2022 conflict on Sunday, September 4, in Dubai. Sharing his ideas on the identical, Kaif advised Sportskeeda:

“Whether a wicket falls on the primary ball or the second ball or after 10 overs, Suryakumar Yadav should bat at No. 4. He should not be held again if Pakistan’s quick bowlers are bowling nicely. That should not be the thought course of.

“Suryakumar is fit for the No. 4 slot. Irrespective of what happens, he should not be moved from No. 4. I just feel the captain and coach should stick to this plan.”

Suryakumar was dismissed for a run-a-ball 18 in opposition to Pakistan, cleaned up by Naseem Shah. He was adjudged the Player of the Match for his beautiful 26-ball 68* knock in opposition to Hong Kong. His innings was studded with six fours and as many sixes.

“He is someone who must play a lot of overs” – Mohammad Kaif on Suryakumar Yadav

Describing Suryakumar as a flexible batter, Kaif identified that he can bat anyplace. He, nonetheless, reiterated that the Mumbai batter should have a hard and fast slot within the line-up. He concluded:

“He has the ability to score runs when he opens the innings. At the death, he can hit four sixes in the last over. He plays spin very well in the middle overs. He is someone who must play a lot of overs. He can come in at No. 4 and play his role. Suryakumar’s spot at the No. 4 position must be ticked.”

Ever since making his worldwide debut in March 2021, Suryakumar has been a key determine in India’s T20I squad. In 25 matches, he has smashed 758 runs at a mean of 39.89 and a strike fee of 177.51.