Suryakumar Yadav is an Indian international cricketer and the captain of India’s T20I side. Born in Mumbai, the 5-foot-11-inch right-handed middle-order batter is 35 years old as of 2025. Recently, he featured in the Australia vs India T20I series, where he played his usual role as India’s aggressor at No. 4, anchoring the innings while providing explosive finishes. In the 2025 IPL, he represented the Mumbai Indians as a senior batting mainstay. A member of India’s 2024 T20 World Cup–winning squad, his breathtaking boundary catch in the final remains one of his greatest cricketing moments. Known for his fearless 360-degree shot-making, he continues to be one of the most innovative and impactful batters of modern T20 cricket.
Luxury apartments in Mumbai (₹21 crore purchase in 2025), Mercedes-Benz, Range Rover Velar, Audi A6, Nissan Juke
Suryakumar Yadav’s wealth comes from multiple streams, including match salaries, endorsements, and personal investments. He earns approximately ₹3 crore annually from his BCCI Grade B contract and commands significant income through endorsements with brands like Royal Stag, Dream11, Reebok, and Boult Audio.
Teams Played For
Team
Years Active
Mumbai (Domestic)
2010
Mumbai Indians (IPL)
2012-2013-2018
Kolkata Knight Riders (IPL)
2014-2017
India (International)
2021
Education
Qualification
Institution
School
Atomic Energy Central School, Mumbai
University
Pillai College, Mumbai
Complete Career Stats
Format
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Average
Strike Rate
100s
50s
Test
1
8
8
8.00
40.00
0
0
ODI
37
773
72
25.76
147.62
0
4
T20I
92
2,710
117
37.64
167.07
4
21
IPL
166
4,311
103
35.34
148.36
2
29
Recent Form – Last 5 Matches
Format
Opponent
Date
Runs / Wickets
Venue
T20I
Australia
October 2025
1 run
Melbourne Cricket Ground
T20I
Bangladesh
September 2025
58 runs
Asia Cup 2025
T20I
Pakistan
September 2025
42 runs
Asia Cup 2025
IPL
Kolkata Knight Riders
April 2025
56 runs
Wankhede Stadium
IPL
Royal Challengers Bangalore
March 2025
79 runs*
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2010
Made first-class debut for Mumbai
2011-12
Topped Ranji Trophy charts with 754 runs for Mumbai
2014
Won IPL title with Kolkata Knight Riders
2019
Won IPL title with Mumbai Indians
2020
Won IPL title with Mumbai Indians
2021
Made international debut, hit first ball for six in T20Is
2022
Scored 1,164 T20I runs in calendar year; ICC T20I Cricketer of the Year
2022
Achieved No. 1 ranking in ICC T20I Player Rankings
2023
ICC T20I Cricketer of the Year (second consecutive); Asia Cup winner
2023
Appointed India T20I captain for first time
2024
Part of India’s T20 World Cup winning squad
2024
Reappointed as India’s T20I captain
2025
Led India to Asia Cup victory as captain
Major Trophies & Awards
Year
Competition/Trophy
Significance
2014
IPL Championship
Winner with Kolkata Knight Riders
2015-16
Ranji Trophy
Winner with Mumbai
2019
IPL Championship
Winner with Mumbai Indians
2020
IPL Championship
Winner with Mumbai Indians
2022
ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year
Individual recognition
2023
ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year
Individual recognition (consecutive)
2023
Asia Cup
Winner with India
2024
T20 World Cup
Winner with India
2025
Asia Cup
Winner as captain with India
Additional Achievements
Achievement
Context
Four T20I Centuries
Second-most T20I centuries by any batter globally
910 ICC Rating Points
Second-best in men’s T20I ranking history (January 2023)
No. 1 T20I Ranking
Held top position from October 2022 to June 2024
First-ball Six
First Indian to hit first ball for six in T20Is
Iconic World Cup Catch
Dismissal of David Miller in 2024 T20 World Cup final
ICC T20I Team of the Year
Selected in 2022 and 2023
IPL 2025 Record
Most runs (717) and most sixes (38) in a season for Mumbai Indians
Interesting Facts About Suryakumar Yadav
He made his international debut at the age of 30, relatively late compared to most cricketers.
His ability to play innovative shots from the first ball has earned him the nickname “Mr. 360.”
He holds the record for the most runs scored by an Indian in T20Is in a calendar year (1,164 in 2022).
Known for staying calm under pressure, he often produces match-winning performances in crucial situations.
He started his cricket journey under the guidance of his uncle in Varanasi before moving to Mumbai.
His jersey number 63 has become iconic and synonymous with his explosive batting style.
He was the first Indian batter to hit a six off the first ball faced in international T20 cricket.
His catch to dismiss David Miller in the 2024 T20 World Cup final is considered one of the greatest in cricket history.
Born in Mumbai on September 14, 1990, Suryakumar Yadav is now 35 years old and stands 5 feet 11 inches tall. His cricket journey through domestic circuits, IPL franchises, and international teams reflects his exceptional skill and innovative batting style. From his early days at Mumbai's Ranji Trophy to captaining India's T20I side, he has consistently delivered match-winning performances, establishing himself as one of the most feared batters in T20 cricket worldwide.
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