Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed for a golden duck in the T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad, a blow for India’s chase after they posted 255/5. Sunday at 9: 00 p. m. ET — the wicket underscored continued struggles that have drawn criticism despite an earlier unbeaten 84 in the tournament.
Suryakumar Yadav’s Form After Unbeaten 84 and Subsequent Starts
Suryakumar Yadav, 35, had produced an unbeaten 84 in India’s opening match against the USA in early February, but he failed to score in the final when dismissed for a golden duck. Since that 84, he managed several starts in the tournament but did not convert any into a big score, and his underwhelming run led to swift criticism from fans online.
India’s 255/5 Sets New Zealand a Target of 256 in Ahmedabad
India posted 255/5, setting New Zealand a target of 256 to win. Sanju Samson paced the innings with a 46-ball 89, supported by Abhishek Sharma’s 52; the two put on a 98-run opening stand before Abhishek was dismissed by Rachin Ravindra in the eighth over. Other contributors included Ishan Kishan, who made 54 from 25 balls, Hardik Pandya with 18 from 13, and Shivam Dube with 26 from eight.
Bowling Contributions: James Neesham, Rachin Ravindra and Matt Henry
James Neesham was the pick of the New Zealand bowlers with figures of 3/46, while Rachin Ravindra and Matt Henry picked up one wicket each. Rachin Ravindra also featured with the ball when he dismissed Abhishek Sharma in the eighth over of India’s innings.
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