Every game is important – Suryakumar Yadav after India’s win against Namibia

India secured a comfortable win against Namibia as an all-round show seized the day for the Men in Blue. Hardik Pandya and Ishan Kishan spearheaded the charge with the bat while Varun Chakravarthy’s phenomenal spell left Namibia wobbling.

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav opened up on the overall game while highlighting how the dynamics shaped up against Namibia.

Talking at the post-match presentation, SKY said, “I think pretty good game for everyone. I think it was not an easy wicket to bat on, but the way Ishan, Sanju started, it didn't look like it was a difficult wicket. And then the partnership between Shivam and Hardik, the way they batted after losing two-three quick wickets, I think it was very commendable.”

Shedding light on the surface, Suryakumar added, “I think the ball was stopping a little bit, but I don't want to take any credit away from all the Namibian bowlers. They bowled really well. I think they came out with fire. They had their plans, executed really well, but very impressed with their bowling as well.”

Dropping a quick word about India missing out on a bigger total, SKY added, “I mean, after 6-7 overs, it felt like we might go past 240, 250 as well. But then it's a game of cricket. Fantastic leveler. We lost two-three quick wickets, but then we had a good partnership and a good finish at the end as well.”

Explaining India’s performance with the ball in the middle overs, SKY said, “I mean, yeah, it was a big plus to see Bumrah bowl quota of all the four overs. Good to have him back in the side. He's all set to go for the next game as well. And also Varun Chakravarthy, the way they bowl in partnerships together with Axar Patel, I think it's a difficult combination to play.”

He concluded with a special word about Hardik Pandya, adding, “Absolutely. I mean, with the new ball, with the old ball, and he also bowls in death overs whenever needed. And the way he bats, I think it's a big boost for the team coming in that situation, having that positive mindset and taking that MoM today in a crucial game. I think it's a good thing for the team.”

He concluded by saying about India’s journey, “Absolutely. I mean, every game is important. And yeah, we did start a little scratchy, but then I think we are on the road."