SL vs IND: Head to Head In ODI’s
The ODI series will see India and Sri Lanka moving to Colombo right after the series conclusion of the T20I series. In the IND vs SL ODI series, there are three matches scheduled for the series, out of which the first one is on Friday, August 2, 2024. The return of captain Rohit Sharma, who comes back into the team following Suryakumar Yadav‘s captaincy in the T20I series, will certainly boost India. Indeed, Sharma is the captain of the team in both ODIs and Tests. It will be the same case for Sri Lanka, who will retain Charith Asalanka as their skipper for the ODI series. Though he was not able to handle his team as expected in the T20I series with an end result of 3-0. Ahead of the IND vs SL 1st ODI at the R Premadasa Stadium, here are the complete head-to-head records between India and Sri Lanka in One Day Internationals. Check out more insights from the ODI leg of India’s tour of Sri Lanka here. Head-To-Head India has played 168 ODI matches against Sri Lanka. Out of these, India has won 99, while Sri Lanka has won 57 games. Besides, 11 matches ended without a result, and 1 match ended in a tie. INDIA vs SRI LANKA HEAD-TO-HEAD IN ODI’s CATEGORY INDIA SRI LANKA Matches Played 168 168 Matches Won 99 57 Matches Lost 57 99 No Result 11 11 Tied 1 1 Home Wins 40 28 Away Wins 32 12 Neutral Venue Wins 27 17 Head-to-Head: Recent 5 Encounters Of the last five ODI outings between these two teams, all have been won by India. However, the home series in July 2021 did see Sri Lanka win one ODI game out of the three. Of these five matches, three have been hosted in India and two in Sri Lanka. India will eye to add one more series win against their name while Sri Lanka will be playing for their pride after a 3-0 loss in theT20I series. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
SL vs IND: Why Is ‘Maamla Gambhir’?
India’s tour of Sri Lanka is going to be a tour to watch out for this season. This is largely due to two factors: Gautam Gambhir‘s debut as the head coach and the dawn of a new era in India’s white-ball cricket post their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 triumph. The tour begins from 27th of July, 2024 with the 1st T20I at Pallekele. However, there are some major questions which need to be answered as the tour progresses. Will Suryakumar Yadav Rise to the Captaincy Challenge? Suryakumar Yadav, taking the helm as India’s T20I captain, is at the center of this new beginning. In 2015, his initial stint as captain ended controversially when he relinquished leadership of his domestic side following complaints about his on-field and dressing-room conduct. Fast forward nearly a decade, Suryakumar has evolved into a more composed and mature player, becoming one of T20 cricket’s greats. INDIA vs SRI LANKA T20Is- HEAD-TO-HEAD DATE MATCH RESULT VENUE 07th Jan, 2023 India won by 91 runs Rajkot (IND) 05th Jan, 2023 Sri Lanka won by 16 runs Pune (IND) 03rd Jan, 2023 India won by 2 runs Mumbai (IND) 06th Sep, 2022 Sri Lanka won by 6 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) Dubai (UAE) 27th Feb, 2022 India won by 6 wickets (with 19 balls remaining) Dharamshala (IND) Gambhir and the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee have expressed confidence in Suryakumar’s leadership qualities, which they observed during his vice-captaincy tenure at Kolkata Knight Riders. His recent captaincy in seven matches, filling in for the rested Rohit Sharma and injured Hardik Pandya, has shown promise. His performance in the 4-1 series win over Australia and a commendable 1-1 draw in South Africa shows his leadership capability. However, Suryakumar’s appointment might stir some undercurrents, given that he will be leading Hardik Pandya, who captains him at Mumbai Indians and was once seen as the likely future T20I captain. Who Will Emerge as India’s T20I Finisher? The retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have literally left a road to be filled at the top of the order, likely to be filled by Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal, with Rishabh Pant at No. 3 and Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya anchoring the middle order. This configuration leaves a spot for a finisher, with Sanju Samson, Riyan Parag, Rinku Singh and Shivam Dube in contention. Gambhir’s preference for allrounders, demonstrated during his tenure at Lucknow Super Giants with players like Deepak Hooda, Marcus Stoinis, and Krunal Pandya, might favor Dube and Parag. However, Rinku Singh’s impressive track record could make him a strong contender. With new leadership and rising stars set to answer a lot of questions, India’s tour of Sri Lanka surely is going to be a ‘Gambhir Maamla’ to watch out for. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
Suryakumar Yadav vs Hardik Pandya: A Captaincy Tug-Of-War
The race to take over the reins from Rohit Sharma as Indian Cricket Team’s T20 Captain has taken an unexpected turn, with Suryakumar Yadav now emerging as a strong contender. For the past two years, it seemed almost certain that Hardik Pandya would be promoted to the role. Hardik has led India in T20 matches during Rohit’s absences since the 2022 T20 World Cup. He has also been captaining IPL teams like Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians for the last three years. As India’s vice-captain and a star performer in the 2024 T20 World Cup, Hardik seemed the obvious choice. However, things have changed with Gautam Gambhir’s appointment as head coach. Suryakumar Yadav’s candidacy is now being seriously considered. The decision will be announced along with the squad for the upcoming Sri Lanka series, which includes three ODIs and T20Is. This announcement will be crucial, as it will determine who will lead India when they defend their T20 World Cup title on home soil in 2026. Player Matches Played As T20I Captain Matches Won As T20I Captain Matches Lost As T20I Captain Win Percentage Matches Played As IPL Captain Matches Won As IPL Captain Matches Lost As IPL Captain Win Percentage Hardik Pandya 16 10 5 62.50% 45 26 19 57.7% Suryakumar Yadav 7 5 2 71.42% 1 1 0 100% Hardik Pandya’s Strengths Hardik’s extensive experience as vice-captain and his role as a regular IPL captain make him a strong candidate. He is one of only four Indian captains to win the IPL and narrowly missed winning a second title in 2023. Hardik Pandya’s Weaknesses Despite his success with Gujarat Titans, Hardik had a disappointing season with Mumbai Indians in 2024, where the team finished last. Additionally, his need for regular rest to manage his workload could be a drawback for a permanent captaincy role. Suryakumar Yadav’s Strengths Suryakumar Yadav is one of the world’s best T20 batters. As India transitions after the retirements of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja, Suryakumar stands out as a guaranteed starter in the shortest format, making him a strong candidate for captaincy. Suryakumar Yadav’s Weaknesses Suryakumar’s lack of captaincy experience is a major concern. He has only captained an IPL team once, and his stint as Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy captain in 2015 ended poorly when he resigned mid-season. Who is the Better Candidate for India’s T20I Captaincy? Based on conventional logic, Hardik Pandya seems the clear choice due to his experience as vice-captain and IPL captain. Historically, Indian cricket has preferred promoting the vice-captain to the captaincy role for continuity. If tradition holds, Hardik’s appointment should be straightforward. However, it’s important to note that exceptions have been made in the past, such as when MS Dhoni was chosen over Yuvraj Singh and Virender Sehwag for the 2007 T20 World Cup captaincy. If Suryakumar Yadav is appointed captain, it will likely be influenced by head coach Gautam Gambhir, who has long believed in his leadership potential. Gambhir made Suryakumar vice-captain of Kolkata Knight Riders back in 2015, recognizing his potential even before he became an IPL star. There’s also a case to be made that Hardik might perform better without the pressures of captaincy. Throughout his tenure as captain, whether for India or in the IPL, there has been criticism that he hasn’t maximized his own potential, particularly in terms of his batting style and bowling decisions. Ultimately, the decision will shape India’s strategy and leadership as they look ahead to defending their T20 World Cup title in 2026. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
Not Hardik, Suryakumar Yadav To Be Named Indian Cricket Team’s T20I Captain
Suryakumar Yadav is set to be appointed as Indian Cricket Team’s new T20I captain, succeeding Hardik Pandya, the current vice-captain for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka. Suryakumar will take over from Rohit Sharma, who recently retired from T20Is, along with Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja, after leading India to a triumphant victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the Caribbean last month. HARDIK ON THE HELM Despite Hardik’s experience as a captain—having led India in three ODIs and 16 T20Is, and also captaining Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians in the IPL—fitness issues and workload management have been factors against him. Since the beginning of 2022, Hardik has played in only 46 of India’s 79 T20Is. SURYA’S SUCCESSFUL CAPTAINCY RECORD On the other hand, Suryakumar has a solid track record in leadership. He has captained Mumbai in domestic cricket and recently led India to a 4-1 series win against Australia in the T20I series last November, followed by a 1-1 draw in South Africa. His consistent performances have made him a key player in India’s T20I squad. WHO IS A BETTER CAPTAIN? A LEADERSHIP COMPARISON NAME GAMES WINS LOSSES TIED / NR WIN PERCENTAGE Hardik Pandya 16 10 5 1 62.50% Suryakumar Yadav 7 5 2 0 71.43% INDIA’S 1 CAPTAIN IDEOLOGY As per a BCCI source, “Hardik Pandya was India’s T20 vice-captain under Rohit Sharma. He is completely fit and available for the three-match T20I series and was supposed to lead the side but there is a very strong feeling that SKY would be the potential leader not only for the Sri Lanka series but till the 2026 World Cup,” The T20Is in Sri Lanka will also mark the beginning of Gautam Gambhir’s tenure as India’s new coach, taking over from Rahul Dravid after the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. This series is seen as a crucial step towards preparing for the next ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which India will co-host in 2026. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
T20 World Cup 2024: Suryakumar Yadav Wants 3-in-3; How will this affect his bank balance?
Suryakumar Yadav is a vital cog in Team India’s quest to become T20 World Cup champions once again. After all, he is the only cricketer to have won the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year Award twice – not a mean feat by any stretch of imagination. T20 cricket is SKY’s forte, and both the international cricket and the IPL have seen extraordinary innings from the 360* batter. Ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup, Surya’s goal is clear – help India to the ICC glory, and second – win an unprecedented third consecutive Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year Award. https://x.com/surya_14kumar/status/1795845841649086946 Why wouldn’t SKY? When you are the best in what you do, name, fame, attention and money are mere byproducts. It’s been three years since Surya made his debut for Team India. A lot has changed in SKY’s life, and so has his net worth and bank balance. So, how much has the success on the cricket pitch, transpired in multiplying Surya’s bank balance. Suryakumar Yadav’s Net Worth Before Team India Debut – 2020Before his debut for the Indian Cricket team, Suryakumar Yadav was known for his consistent performances in domestic cricket and the IPL. As of 2020, his net worth was estimated to be around $1 million. This figure was largely driven by his IPL contracts, domestic cricket salaries, and a few brand endorsements. In 2018, Suryakumar was signed by the Mumbai Indians for INR 3.2 crore (approximately $450,000). His stellar performances for Mumbai Indians over the years, especially his ability to play crucial innings under pressure enhanced his market value. Despite not having played for India yet, his reputation in the IPL made him a valuable player. However, his earnings were still limited compared to the financial heights he would reach post his international debut. Suryakumar Yadav’s Net Worth in 2024By 2024, Suryakumar Yadav’s net worth has skyrocketed to an estimated $6 million. This dramatic increase can be attributed to multiple factors, including his successful stint with the Indian Cricket team, a fat IPL paycheque and a slew of lucrative brand endorsements. Post his India debut in 2021, Suryakumar quickly became a mainstay in the Indian T20I and ODI teams. His consistent performances, his aggressive batting style and ability to finish games, made him a fan favorite and a regular feature in advertisements and brand campaigns. His IPL salary also saw a significant jump, with Mumbai Indians retaining him for INR 8 crore (approximately $1.1 million) in 2022. As per the 2024 central contracts released by the BCCI, Suryakumar Yadav has been retained under the ‘Grade B’ category, entitling him to earn INR 3 crores while representing the Indian Cricket Team Brand SponsorshipsSuryakumar Yadav has become the face of several high-profile brands across various sectors. Companies in the sportswear, automobile, and FMCG sectors saw immense value in associating with Suryakumar. Brands like Reebok, Hyundai, and Boost signed him as their ambassador, leveraging his popularity and marketability. His social media presence also grew exponentially, providing another avenue for brand collaborations and sponsored content. Becoming the Number One Choice for Mumbai Indians Suryakumar Yadav was seen as a utility player by the Mumbai Indians management back in 2018. However his consistent performances soon elevated his status. His ability to anchor the innings, combined with his aggressive stroke play, made him an indispensable part of the team. Over the years, he played several match-winning knocks, often in crucial situations, which earned him the trust of the team management and the captains. One of them being his most recent 102* off 51 against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024. SKY’s match winning knocks provided confidence to the MI batting lineup. Net Worth Increase Post T20 SuccessThe shortest format of the game, especially the IPL has been a major catalyst in Suryakumar Yadav’s financial growth. His performances in the IPL not only earned him a higher salary but also increased his visibility and market value. The lPL provided him with a platform to showcase his talent against some of the best cricketers in the world, which in turn attracted more lucrative deals. Post his successful IPL seasons with the Mumbai Indians, Suryakumar’s brand value saw an increase. Brands were keen to associate with him, not just for his on-field performances but also for his off-field persona. The IPL’s global reach helped him gain a fan base beyond India, further increasing his appeal to multinational brands. His financial success can be directly linked to his consistent performances in the IPL, making him one of the wealthiest cricketers in the modern era. Suryakumar Yadav’s net worth, which was a modest $1 million in 2020, multiplied significantly to $6 million by 2024. This growth can be attributed to his success in the IPL, his consistent performances for India, and his growing list of brand endorsements. If Suryakumar continues to shine during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 and if India is able to strike gold, Surya’s financial and brand value are only expected to grow further. Also Read: https://thesportzplanet.com/2024-t20-world-cup-bonus-prize-if-india-wins-the-t20-world-cup/ The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye.
Do you know Suryakumar Yadav’s Diet Plan, Training & Fitness Secrets for IPL 2024?
Mumbai’s local boy, Suryakumar Yadav dazzled in front of a packed Wankhede as he went on belting a 51-ball century against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Surya’s match-winning unbeaten 102 helped the Mumbai Indians cruise home against the Orange Army, and with it also ended their 4-match-losing streak in the IPL. Suryakumar kept the fans entertained with a dazzling display of 12 boundaries and six sixes. He was like a man on a mission determined to finish the game against a top team like SRH led by Pat Cummins. Even after returning back from an injury, it looked like he had never left. SKY recently had to recover from a surgery undergone in January for a hernia. Thanks to his training, diet, and fitness regimen helped him make a stellar comeback. Let’s take a peek into his training regimen and diet plan which played a crucial role in his success. Training Routine:Suryakumar Yadav’s journey back to form wasn’t easy. It required dedication and hard work. He followed a structured training routine that focused on both physical fitness and skill enhancement. 1. Rehabilitation ExercisesAfter the injury, Suryakumar underwent a rigorous rehabilitation program under the guidance of his physiotherapist. These exercises helped him regain strength and flexibility in the injured area. 2. Strength TrainingYadav incorporated strength training into his regimen to build muscle and prevent further injuries. This included weightlifting, resistance band exercises, and bodyweight workouts. 3. Cardiovascular FitnessRunning, cycling, and interval training helped improve his cardiovascular endurance, crucial for maintaining stamina during long matches. 4. Skill Enhancement Despite the injury, Suryakumar continued to hone his cricketing skills. He spent hours in the nets, focusing on batting techniques, footwork, and shot selection. Diet Plan:A nutritious diet played a vital role in Suryakumar Yadav’s recovery and performance on the field. Here’s a glimpse of his dietary habits: 1. Suryakumar Yadav’s diet consisted of a balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats. Carbs provided energy for training sessions, while proteins aided in muscle repair and recovery. 2. Nutrient-Rich Foods: Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds were staples in his diet, providing essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants for overall health and immunity. 3. Adequate hydration was a priority for Suryakumar Yadav. He drank plenty of water throughout the day and replenished electrolytes lost through sweat during training sessions. 5. Suryakumar paid attention to the timing of his meals, consuming carbohydrates before workouts for energy and protein-rich foods post-exercise to aid recovery. Suryakumar Yadav’s dedication to his training and disciplined diet played a pivotal role in his successful comeback in the IPL 2024. His story serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes, highlighting the importance of perseverance and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye.
