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Sehwag Praises Suryakumar's Match-Winning Knock as One of His Best

Former cricketer Virender Sehwag hailed Suryakumar Yadav's unbeaten 84 as one of the best innings of his career after it rescued India from a precarious 77/6 against the USA. Sehwag emphasized the context, noting that a collapse could have led to a shocking defeat against a qualified World Cup team. The Indian captain's knock propelled the team to 161/9, a total defended successfully by the bowlers. Sehwag also credited the USA bowlers for their impressive performance in reducing India's top order.

Key Points: Sehwag Hails Suryakumar Yadav's Knock vs USA in T20 World Cup

  • India rescued from 77/6
  • Suryakumar's unbeaten 84 off 49 balls
  • USA bowlers praised for early pressure
  • India wins by 29 runs
  • Sehwag highlights knock's context
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Sehwag hails Suryakumar Yadav's innings against USA in T20 World Cup

Virender Sehwag calls Suryakumar Yadav's 84* vs USA one of his best career knocks, rescuing India from 77/6 to a 29-run T20 World Cup win.

"Imagine if the Indian team had been all out for just 100... That's why I feel it was one of the best knocks of Suryakumar Yadav's career. - Virender Sehwag"

Mumbai, February 8

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag hailed Suryakumar Yadav's stellar knock against the United States of America that helped Men in Blue to register a comfortable 29-run win in their opening match at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium on February 7.

Batting first, India were in a tricky position at 77/6 in 12.4 overs.

However, the Indian captain Suryakumar played a magnificent unbeaten knock of 84 off 49 balls, with 10 fours and four sixes, that helped his side to post 161/9 in 20 overs.

Suryakumar's innings eventually helped the defending champions to win the contest by 29 runs after the USA were restricted to 132/8.

Speaking on JioHotstar's 'Haier Match Centre Live, JioStar expert Sehwag hailed Suryakumar's knock as one of the best knocks of his career.

"Imagine if the Indian team had been all out for just 100, we wouldn't have said that a weak team like the USA beat India. They have also qualified for the World Cup. That's why I feel it was one of the best knocks of Suryakumar Yadav's career. I always say, focus on the ball and not the bowler, because if it pitches in the right area, you have to respect it. If you go for your shots on a good ball, you might get out," former Indian cricketer Sehwag said.

The cricketer-turned-commentator further lauded the USA bowlers, adding, "Take this USA team, we had heard very little about some of these bowlers, but they were able to reduce India to 77 for 6, which I don't think any other team has managed in the last two to two-and-a-half years. So, hats off to Suryakumar Yadav, he played extremely well."

After being asked to bat first, the Men in Blue made 161/9 in 20 overs. Captain Suryakumar played a fantastic, unbeaten knock of 84 off 49 deliveries.

Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan (20 off 16 balls, with one four and two sixes) and Tilak Varma (25 off 16 balls, with three fours and one six) also chipped in with the bat.

For the USA, Shadley van Schalkwyk (4/29) and Harmeet Singh (2/26) were among the wicket-takers.

In response, the USA were restricted to 132/8 as they lost the match by 29 runs. Milind Kumar (34 off 34 balls, with four boundaries), Sanjay Krishnamurthi (37 off 31 balls, with two sixes and one four) and Shubham Ranjane (37 off 22 balls, with two fours and three sixes) played fighting knocks for their side.

For India, Mohammed Siraj (3/29), Axar Patel (2/24), and Arshdeep Singh (2/18) picked wickets.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a neutral cricket fan, I have to say the USA team deserves a lot of credit too. Reducing India to 77/6 is no joke. It made for a thrilling match. Well played to both sides!
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Priya S
While SKY's innings was brilliant, the top-order collapse is a big worry. We can't rely on one player every time. The team needs to address this before the bigger matches. Just my two cents.
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Vikram M
Sehwag's point is spot on. We should not underestimate any team, especially in a World Cup. USA played really well. But SKY's innings was a masterclass in rebuilding. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Feeling proud to see players of Indian origin like Harmeet Singh doing well for USA. And SKY, what a player! He saved the day. The bowlers also did a great job defending the total. On to the next one! 💙
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Michael C
That was a proper captain's innings. Leading from the front when the chips are down. Suryakumar Yadav has silenced a lot of critics with this one. Exciting start to the World Cup defense.

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