Suryakumar Yadav Brings Umbrella, Dedicates Award to Wife

Suryakumar Yadav had an emotional and memorable moment during the post-match presentation of Match 63 of IPL 2025, played between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals at the Wankhede Stadium. After playing a crucial role in Mumbai Indians’ commanding win, he was awarded the Player of the Match — his first such award of the season — and he chose to dedicate it to his wife, Devisha Shetty. Devisha, a professional dance coach, has been a constant source of support throughout his career, and Suryakumar made sure to acknowledge her publicly on this special occasion.

Due to a brief spell of rain during the presentation, Surya was seen holding an umbrella as he stood next to presenter Harsha Bhogle. The moment quickly went viral on social media, with fans applauding not just his performance but also the emotional connection he shared with his family. While talking about his innings and the award, Suryakumar said, “It’s been 13 matches, and today my wife reminded me that I’ve won many awards but never the Player of the Match. So, this one is special. This award is for her. She always looks forward to moments like this, and we celebrate them together.”

The right-handed batter was instrumental in Mumbai’s innings, stitching a brilliant 57-run unbeaten partnership with Naman Dhir, which gave MI the much-needed acceleration in the final overs. Reflecting on that partnership, Surya added, “From the team’s point of view, this innings was really important. We knew at some point there would be an over where we could score 15 to 20 runs, so the key was to stay patient until then. I also want to mention how Naman came in and gave me a lot of energy — that really helped turn the match in our favor.”

Mumbai Indians ultimately secured a dominant 59-run victory, which confirmed their place in the playoffs. This marked the 11th time in the history of the Indian Premier League that MI made it to the top four — a testament to the team’s consistent performance across seasons. While the batting unit laid the foundation, the bowlers ensured there was no comeback for Delhi Capitals. Mitchell Santner delivered a brilliant spell, picking up 3 wickets for just 11 runs in his full quota of four overs. Alongside him, Jasprit Bumrah continued his impressive form by taking 3 wickets for only 12 runs in 3.2 overs, effectively sealing the game in MI’s favor.

Looking ahead, Mumbai Indians will play their final league match of the season against Punjab Kings on Monday, May 26. This high-stakes encounter will take place at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. While MI has already qualified for the playoffs, a win in the final match — coupled with favorable outcomes in other games — could see them finish in the top two positions on the points table. Securing a top-two finish would be a significant advantage, as it would give them two opportunities to reach the final — starting with Qualifier 1.

The win and Suryakumar Yadav’s match-winning knock not only lifted the spirits of MI fans but also underlined the team’s depth and determination. His dedication of the award to his wife reminded everyone of the personal sacrifices that often go unnoticed behind the glamour of cricket. As the tournament nears its climax, Mumbai Indians appear to be peaking at just the right time, with experienced stars and promising youngsters stepping up under pressure.