IPL 2024: Rehab Helped But It Was Tough, Says Suryakumar Yadav

Indian batsman Suryakumar Yadav, gearing up for a stronger return in the IPL, credits his challenging rehab period for personal and athletic growth.

Yadav underwent surgery for a sports hernia, ankle injury, and right knee pain at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. He described the initial rehab phase as “tedious,” especially the repetitive exercises. However, his perspective shifted after a few weeks.

“From the fourth week onwards, I realized it’s crucial to move forward. I had to decide how I wanted to return a better player,” he told PTI.

The explosive batsman, sidelined since December’s South Africa tour, emphasized the importance of a “second version” of himself.

“Everyone at the NCA encouraged me to return a more well-rounded player,” he said. “This meant focusing on small improvements, like proper sleep and a healthy diet.”

Yadav’s upcoming match against Royal Challengers Bangalore will be his second since his comeback. He was dismissed without scoring in his first game against Delhi Capitals.

The top-ranked T20I batsman admitted it was hard to watch his team lose the initial matches from the sidelines. However, he’s now determined to make the most of this second chance.

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