“It will happen when the time comes”: Suryakumar Yadav opens up on possible Test comeback

India’s T20I captain, Suryakumar Yadav, addressed the ongoing discussions around his possible return to Test cricket, sharing that he is in no rush and is willing to give it the time it needs.

As India gears up for their four-match T20I series against South Africa, Suryakumar highlighted his focus on leading the T20 team and treating each format as it comes. Surya on Thursday, addressed the press conference before the T20I series in South Africa. The first match of the series will take place on Friday (8th November) at Durban’s Kingsmead Cricket Ground.

Suryakumar has become a key player in India’s T20I setup, taking over the captaincy after Rohit Sharma retired from T20 cricket following India’s victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. Known for his exciting style and consistent performances, Suryakumar has won fans over with his dynamic gameplay. Many are eager to see him make a bigger impact in Test cricket, but he shared that he is letting that transition happen naturally.

“Test comeback, when the time comes, it will happen by itself. I am playing all domestic tournaments, be it red-ball or white-ball. If it has to happen, it will happen. I have learned a lot from Rohit (Sharma) bhaji,” said Suryakumar, reflecting on his approach to Test cricket.

A single test appearance so far for Surya

The 34-year-old batter has played only one Test, which was against Australia in Nagpur in 2023. Although he showed potential, he hasn’t returned to the format since then. As the Indian Test squad prepares for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, his absence suggests that his primary focus is still on white-ball cricket, particularly his role as the T20I captain.

For fans, the prospect of Suryakumar’s return to Test cricket remains exciting, especially given his unique mix of aggression and control. However, he has made it clear that his main attention is on T20I duties, and he will let the transition to Test cricket happen naturally, if and when the time is right.

Leading India against South Africa

As India gets ready for the T20I series against South Africa, Suryakumar’s leadership and form will be crucial. His patient approach to a potential Test comeback shows maturity in managing his career. While he remains open to a future in Test cricket, he is currently focused on excelling in the shorter formats.