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

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

Suryakumar has batted at varied positions within the Indian T20I line-up during the last yr, even opening the innings in a number of matches. In opposition to 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 towards Hong Kong.

The 31-year-old’s batting place is a matter of debate 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 or not a wicket falls on the primary ball or the second ball or after 10 overs, Suryakumar Yadav ought to bat at No. 4. He shouldn’t be held again if Pakistan’s quick bowlers are bowling effectively. That shouldn’t be the thought course of.

“Suryakumar is match for the No. 4 slot. Regardless of what occurs, he shouldn’t be moved from No. 4. I simply really feel the captain and coach ought to stick with this plan.”

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

“He’s somebody who should play lots of overs” – Mohammad Kaif on Suryakumar Yadav

Describing Suryakumar as a flexible batter, Kaif identified that he can bat anyplace. He, nevertheless, reiterated that the Mumbai batter will need to have a set slot within the line-up. He concluded:

“He has the power to attain runs when he opens the innings. On the demise, he can hit 4 sixes within the final over. He performs spin very effectively within the center overs. He’s somebody who should play lots of overs. He can are available at No. 4 and play his position. Suryakumar’s spot on the No. 4 place have to 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 charge of 177.51.