Suryakumar Yadav's Injury Update: Mumbai Indians Coach Assures Fans

Mumbai Indians star Suryakumar Yadav faced a minor injury scare during the Eliminator match against Gujarat Titans. Coach Mahela Jayawardene reassured fans that Yadav is fit to play in the upcoming Qualifier 2 against Punjab Kings. With an impressive season behind him, Yadav's performance will be crucial for MI's chances in the playoffs. The match against Punjab Kings is set for June 01, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Read on for more details about the match and Yadav's condition.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 31, 2025, 16:20 IST

Suryakumar Yadav's Minor Injury Concern

During the Eliminator match against Gujarat Titans in Mullanpur on Friday, Suryakumar Yadav, a key player for the Mumbai Indians, experienced a minor injury scare. The game was briefly paused in the 13th over as the medical team attended to him.

After the match, Mumbai Indians' head coach, Mahela Jayawardene, provided an update on Suryakumar's condition. He reassured fans that there is no cause for concern, stating that Suryakumar is perfectly fine. Jayawardene mentioned that he had not received any serious feedback from the physiotherapists and confidently asserted that Suryakumar would participate in the next match, even if it meant playing with limited mobility.

Jayawardene commented:

"We understand the demanding schedule, but everyone is healthy and fit. Don’t be concerned about minor tightness. I haven’t heard anything alarming from the physios. I’m confident that even if he had to play on one leg, these players would still perform for us. No need to worry."

Suryakumar has been in exceptional form this season, ranking as the second-highest run-scorer in IPL 2025 with 673 runs across 15 matches, boasting an impressive average of 67.30. His performance will be crucial for MI in the upcoming Qualifier 2 against Punjab Kings.

Match Summary: GT vs MI Eliminator

The Mumbai Indians secured a 20-run victory over the Gujarat Titans, keeping their finals hopes alive. After winning the toss, Hardik Pandya chose to bat first, leading MI to a total of 228 runs. The Titans faced a rocky start, losing Shubman Gill in the first over to Trent Boult.

Despite the early setback, Sai Sudharsan kept the Titans' hopes alive with a remarkable 80 runs off 49 balls. He formed a partnership of 64 runs with Kusal Mendis and later added 84 runs with Sundar. However, after Sudharsan's dismissal, GT struggled to maintain their chase. Jasprit Bumrah delivered a stellar performance, finishing with figures of 1/27, which helped MI clinch the win and advance to Qualifier 2.

The Mumbai Indians will now face the Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2, scheduled for June 01, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.