Suryakumar Yadav's Test debut in the first match of the India vs Australia series at Nagpur was highly anticipated by cricket fans, especially after his impressive performances in T20I cricket. As the number one batter in T20I, expectations were high for Suryakumar to deliver in the Test format as well. However, things did not go as planned for the right-hand batter, who was clean bowled by Nathan Lyon in the 60th over of India's first inning, scoring just 8 runs in 20 balls.
The dismissal of Suryakumar has sparked debates among fans and experts, with many questioning his place in the Test side. Some fans are calling for Suryakumar to be dropped from the Test squad and for players like Shubman Gill and Prithvi Shaw to be given a chance instead. While it is true that Suryakumar had a disappointing start to his Test career, it is important to remember that Test cricket is a different ball game, and it can take time for players to adjust to the format.
Despite Suryakumar's early dismissal, the match was still filled with exciting cricketing moments. Australia made 177 in their first inning, and India was currently playing at 271/7 after 96 overs, with Rohit Sharma smashing a brilliant century (120) on a difficult pitch. Rohit's innings was a testament to his skill as a batsman and showed why he is considered one of India's best openers.
In conclusion, Suryakumar Yadav's Test debut may not have gone as planned, but it is too early to write him off. He has proven himself in T20I cricket, and with time and experience, he may still turn out to be a valuable addition to the Test team. It is essential to be patient and allow players to develop and grow in the longer format of the game.
Here's how Twitter reacted to Suryakumar Yadav's
Shubman Gill after watching innings of Suryakumar Yadav #INDvsAUS #2023 pic.twitter.com/McZxTztMYN
— Nath Mishra (@nageshwarnath89) February 10, 2023
Picking Suryakumar ahead of Gill is a huge mistake..Surya is just a hype.. #INDvsAUS
— Pranav Kansara (@Pranav1520) February 10, 2023
I want to understand what was the logic of choosing a T20 specialist Suryakumar Yadav ahead of Sarfaraz Khan who has been in a beast mode in this format in the local tournaments! Absolutely embarrassing this! #INDvsAUS
— Rahim Javeri (@PseudoPARSI) February 10, 2023
Useless Suryakumar in test.
— Liverpool Fnatic (@LiverpoolFnatic) February 10, 2023
He is just T20 player, that's it.
Gill and Iyer in place of Pujara and SuryaKumar batting will look formidable.
Our bowling is stronger than batting. https://t.co/urc46tBw2b
BCCI played SKY ahead of Gill, lol
— Vishal. (@SportyVishaI) February 10, 2023
And people compares Suryakumar Yadav with AB devilliers lmao. pic.twitter.com/xiJhrcefZf
Suryakumar Yadav gone, was he supposed to be Rishabh Pant’s replacement? Embarrassing. #INDvsAUS
— Sushant Mehta (@SushantNMehta) February 10, 2023
Test Cricket ka 3.60 👌👌#SuryakumarYadav #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/JK8vi1JbvT
— Sumeed Raza (@raza_sumeed) February 10, 2023
— ISHHHHHHH!!!! (@Kohlistiano) February 10, 2023