Mumbai chased down a 221-run target at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, March 29. However, there was chatter around Suryakumar Yadav warming the bench during the bowling innings. Hardik Pandya used the T20 World Cup-winning captain as an Impact Sub during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders.
“I hope you don't create unwanted stories. The camp is very happy. Everyone's happy. Sky came, joined us. He had an extra couple of days he wanted as well,” Jayawardene told reporters at the post-match press conference.
Please Don't Create Any Stories - Mahela Jayawardene
The former Sri Lankan captain stated that the Mumbai Indians management refused to risk worsening the groin niggle Suryakumar Yadav carried into the opening match.
Mumbai Indians Cruise to Victory against Kolkata Knight Riders
Suryakumar Yadav came to the crease to bat at number three and scored 16 runs off just eight balls. Kartik Tyagi dismissed him, but his quick cameo helped maintain the scoring rate.
Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma chipped in before Naman Dhir hit a boundary on the first ball of the final over. Mumbai Indians reached the target in 19.1 overs with five balls to spare, ending a streak of 13 consecutive opening-game losses since 2012.
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