Suryakumar Yadav, fondly known as SKY, has an impressive average of 47.33 in eight T20Is against New Zealand, marking his highest average against any nation and significantly surpassing his overall career average of 35.29. With a striking rate of 153.51 against the Kiwis, fans eagerly anticipate how he will perform in his landmark 100th T20I today. Historically, India has triumphed over New Zealand in six out of the eight matches where SKY has played, showcasing his ability to deliver under pressure. His past encounters against New Zealand include scores of 62, 1, 0, 111*, 13, 47, 26*, and 24, highlighting his potential for big runs. However, his recent T20I form has seen him score 12, 1, 39*, 1, 24, 20, 12, 5, 12, and 5—a mix that raises questions about his current rhythm. Since January 2024, India has celebrated ten consecutive victories in T20I series and tournaments, and they have won their last three T20Is played in Nagpur. Notably, the last time India faced defeat in a T20I match at Nagpur was back in 2016 against New Zealand. All eyes will be on SKY as he steps onto the field today, hoping to make his 100th match memorable with a standout performance.
