Suryakumar Yadav, a prominent player for the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, is currently struggling against pace bowling. Despite maintaining a decent strike rate of 144.09, he has only managed to score 183 runs in nine innings, with an alarming average of just 10.71 against fast bowlers. This marks a significant decline from his previous seasons, where he excelled against pace. MI coach Mahela Jayawardene noted that Yadav has been caught on the boundary multiple times this season, indicating a pattern in his dismissals. Former teammate Mitchell McClenaghan suggested that Yadav might be feeling rushed on deliveries, potentially due to changes in his equipment or batting technique. Ambati Rayudu echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the need for Yadav to regain his rhythm and tempo. As the season progresses, Yadav has several more opportunities to turn his form around, but the pressure is mounting as he faces the challenge of adapting to the current demands of T20 cricket.