The electrifying third T20I between India and South Africa witnessed two milestones: India’s triumphant 106-run victory, and Suryakumar Yadav’s breathtaking century – his fourth in just 57 T20I innings!
But Surya’s brilliance goes beyond mere numbers. He’s rewriting the record books and rewriting perceptions. Not only did his knock propel India to victory, but it also saw him surpass Virat Kohli in the race for most sixes hit by an Indian batsman in T20Is.
Surya’s Six-Smashing Feat
- Surya entered the match needing three sixes to overtake Kohli. He smashed a whopping eight, catapulting himself to second place in India’s T20I six-hitting spree.
- With 123 sixes in 57 innings, Surya boasts a remarkable strike rate compared to Kohli (117 sixes in 107 innings).
- This achievement cements Surya’s position as fifth in the world for most sixes in T20Is, leaving cricketing giants like Chris Gayle in his sights.
Suryakumar Yadav The Rise of a New T20 King
Surya’s ascension is meteoric. He’s not just scoring runs, he’s doing it with audacious flair and unmatched consistency. This, coupled with his recent captaincy stint, paints a picture of a player at the pinnacle of T20 dominance.
