- Suryakumar Yadav expressed unwavering support for Indian team.
- He encouraged young batsman Vaibhav Sooryavanshi via message.
- Yadav denied circulating false statement attributed to him.
Suryakumar Yadav Statement: Former India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed his unwavering support for the Indian cricket team despite being left out of recent T20 assignments. The experienced batsman was sacked from captaincy despite going ubeaten in bilaterals and winning the Asia Cup as well as the ICC T20 World Cup. Even so, Suryakumar made it clear that his commitment to Indian cricket remains unchanged, using social media to encourage the team and address the misinformation.
His post also included a special message for teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who continues to make headlines at the start of his international career.
Suryakumar Reaffirms Support For Team India
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— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) July 7, 2026
In his message on X, Suryakumar wished the current Indian squad well and insisted that he would continue backing the side from the sidelines.
“I’m very happy for the team and wish them nothing but the very best, always. I know the boys are giving it their all, and they will always have my full support.”
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The 35-year-old also singled out Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, offering words of encouragement as the youngster embarks on what promises to be a significant journey in international cricket.
Surya Advises Caution Against Fake Statement
Alongside his message of support, Suryakumar addressed a statement that had been widely circulated on social media under his name. Although he did not specify which post he was referring to, he categorically denied making or approving it and urged fans to avoid spreading unverified claims.
“I’ve also noticed a statement being circulated online that has been falsely attributed to me. I want to make it clear that I have not made or authorized any such statement. Please don’t believe or share unverified information,”
Suryakumar concluded his post by reiterating his enduring commitment to Indian cricket, making it clear that his support for the team extends beyond selection matters.
“My support for Indian cricket, my teammates, and the game will always speak louder than words falsely attributed to me.”
The post quickly attracted attention from fans, who welcomed both his show of support for the national side and his attempt to set the record straight over the misleading statement circulating online.
