Suryakumar Yadav Celebrates 36th Birthday with Heartfelt Wishes from Wife
A Special Birthday Wish
On his 36th birthday, Suryakumar Yadav received a touching tribute from his wife, Devisha, who celebrated the occasion on social media. Known for his significant contributions to India's T20 cricket, Suryakumar marked this milestone on Monday.
Devisha's Heartwarming Message
Devisha shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, stating, "Happy happy birthday to my home, my heart! As the lyrics say, I’ll be with you wherever you are." This post was accompanied by a photo that captured their bond.
Career Highlights and Achievements
Suryakumar has an impressive list of accomplishments, including being named the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year in both 2022 and 2023. He achieved the top spot in the ICC Men’s T20I Batting Rankings in October 2022, reaching a remarkable 910 rating points in January 2023, one of the highest in T20 history. His pivotal role in India's ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 victory was highlighted by a crucial catch of David Miller during the final against South Africa. He also captained the team to victory in the 2026 T20 World Cup, making India the first team to defend the title successfully. Under his leadership, India clinched the T20 Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE.
Suryakumar's Impressive Statistics
Known for his dynamic batting style, Suryakumar has made a significant impact in T20 cricket. He has played 113 T20Is, scoring 3,272 runs with an average of 36.35 and a strike rate of 162.94. His tally includes four centuries and 25 fifties, making him the third-highest run-scorer for India in this format.
In addition to his T20 achievements, he has participated in 37 ODIs, accumulating 773 runs at an average of 25.76 and a strike rate of 105.02, with four fifties and a top score of 72*. In his sole Test match against Australia in 2023, he scored eight runs in one inning.
Suryakumar is also a multi-time IPL champion, having played for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Mumbai Indians (MI). He has amassed 4,581 runs in 179 matches and 164 innings, with an average of 33.68 and a strike rate of 148.58, including two centuries and 31 fifties, with a best score of 103*.