The dashing batsman was named the Participant-of-the-Match for the thirteenth time in T20Is, his second award in opposition to Australia.
Suryakumar’s match-winning knock was studded with 4 sixes and 9 fours.
Suryakumar’s 112-run third-wicket stand with Ishan Kishan, who smashed a 39-ball 58, proved key after the hosts misplaced their openers on 22.
In a video shared by the Board of Management for Cricket in India (BCCI), Suryakumar relived his knock that was instrumental in serving to India take a 1-0 lead within the five-match sequence.
Requested to explain his sport in a single phrase, ‘Mr 360 levels’ stated, “fearless”.
“I believe, he (Ishan) helped me very well. For me to be fearless, him staying there and his knock was essential,” stated Suryakumar, whose strike charge of 190.47 was the important thing to the chase.
Lastly, Rinku Singh drove India to victory with an unbeaten 22 off 14 deliveries.
“I believe he (Rinku) was very calm, although it was a stress scenario. When he got here in to bat, he was very calm and the composure which he confirmed, I believe, that was nice to see,” Suryakumar instructed the BCCI.
On whether or not there have been tense moments within the dressing room after seeing Australia’s 200-plus complete on the board, the skipper stated, “Little bit. Itna expertise nahin hai dressing room mein (there is not that a lot expertise within the dressing room) however all of the boys have been excited.
“After they noticed the rating on the board, they solely stated one factor, ‘if we win this sport it will likely be really satisfying’.
“Very proud to guide the nation and really glad to contribute in my first sport as captain. Trying ahead to the following sport and the way it goes,” added Suryakumar.
The second T20I is on Sunday in Thiruvananthapuram.
(With PTI inputs)
