Suryakumar Yadav in Vijay Hazare Trophy in 2024-25 so far

Suryakumar Yadav’s performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 has been underwhelming so far. As of January 3, 2025, he has struggled significantly with the bat, managing only 28 runs in four innings, resulting in an average of just 9.5.

Overview of Performance

1. Round 1 against Karnataka:

In his first match on December 21, 2024, Suryakumar scored only 20 runs off 16 balls before being dismissed lbw by Praveen Dubey. His early dismissal contributed to Mumbai’s loss, despite the team scoring a formidable 382 runs Karnataka chased down the target successfully with a remarkable performance by Krishnan Shrijith, who scored 150 runs.

2. Round 2 against Hyderabad:

In the second round on December 23, 2024, Suryakumar again struggled, managing only 18 runs. This continued lack of form has raised concerns about his contribution to the team as they aim for success in the tournament.

3. Round 3 against Punjab:

Suryakumar Yadav has faced challenges in his performance against Punjab. In a match held on December 28, 2024, Yadav was dismissed for a duck, contributing to his team’s struggles.

4. Round 4 against Puducherry

Suryakumar Yadav has had a challenging stint in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 particularly in the match against Puducherry. In this encounter, which took place recently, Yadav was dismissed for a duck, marking his second consecutive scoreless outing in the tournament.

Context and Expectations

Suryakumar Yadav is a key player for Mumbai and is known for his aggressive batting style, often referred to as “Mr. 360” due to his ability to hit shots all around the ground. His recent performances have not met expectations, especially with the looming opportunity for players to secure spots in the Indian squad for upcoming international competitions like the Champions Trophy.

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As the tournament progresses, fans and analysts will be keenly watching to see if he can regain his form and make a significant impact in the remaining matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy.