Asia Cup 2025: Is Suryakumar Yadav turning into a liability for India?

Once hailed as India’s Mr. 360, Suryakumar Yadav was at the peak of his powers during the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia, when his innovative stroke play lit up the tournament. However, three years later, the same batter who thrilled fans with fearless hitting is struggling to find rhythm. His lean patch in 2025 has not only dented his confidence but also raised questions about his role in India’s middle order. 

Numbers That Tell the Story

So far in 2025, Suryakumar has scored just 87 runs in nine T20I innings, averaging poorly with a modest strike rate of 112.98 — a far cry from his explosive standards. In the Asia Cup 2025, his scores read 7, 47, 0, and 5, leaving India’s batting exposed when youngsters like Abhishek Sharma also fail to fire.

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Captain Under Pressure

While SKY’s stint as captain has previously brought India success, his current batting woes have cast doubt on his ability to perform under pressure in dual roles. Critics argue that a captain struggling with the bat cannot inspire confidence, especially in crunch matches.

Fans Call for Change

The poor run has sparked debate among fans and pundits, with many suggesting that Shreyas Iyer deserves a comeback at Suryakumar’s expense. Social media is abuzz with questions over whether SKY’s reputation is keeping him in the XI despite his slump.

Redemption or Exit?

With India already in the Asia Cup 2025 final after beating Bangladesh, Suryakumar has two more games to silence critics. Whether his bat does the talking or the selectors lose patience remains the biggest subplot of India’s campaign.