Suryakumar Yadav backs Team India, dismisses fake statement circulating online

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Former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav extended his support to the Indian team and 15-year-old rising sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi while also dismissing a statement circulating on social media that he said had been falsely attributed to him.

In a post on X, Indian star batter Suryakumar expressed support for the Indian team, saying the players were giving their best and would continue to have his full backing.

“I’m very happy for the team and wish them nothing but the very best, always. I know the boys are giving it their all, and they will always have my full support. A special word for Vaibhav – you’re at the start of what promises to be a very exciting journey. Enjoy every moment and keep making the country proud,” Suryakumar wrote on X.

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— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) July 7, 2026

Suryakumar Yadav also cautioned fans against believing or sharing misinformation, clarifying that a statement circulating online had been falsely linked to him.

“I’ve also noticed a statement being circulated online that has been falsely attributed to me. I want to make it clear that I have not made or authorised any such statement. Please don’t believe or share unverified information. My support for Indian cricket, my teammates, and the game will always speak louder than words falsely attributed to me,” Suryakumar added.

Suryakumar’s clarification came after the circulation of an unauthorised statement on social media, with the India batter urging fans to rely only on verified information shared through his official platforms.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest debutant against England

Meanwhile, history was made during the second T20I at Manchester as at the age of 15 years and 99 days, Sooryavanshi surpassed legendary Sachin Tendulkar (16 years and 238 days) as the youngest Indian international cricketer.

Despite all the hype, Sooryavanshi was not given a debut during the Ireland series, which India lost 2-0 and was also not included in the first England T20I, which was washed out. 

Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as the captain of the Indian T20 side, and T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has been dropped from the team for the UK tour and the upcoming Zimbabwe tour and Asian Games.

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