Suryakumar Yadav checks in to CoE for rehab ahead of Asia Cup 2025

India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav recently checked into the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for rehabilitation and fitness assessments, as he eyes a return ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. The batter is recovering from a recent sports hernia surgery he underwent in Munich, Germany, in June.

The 34-year-old, who was accompanied by his wife to Germany, shared news of his surgery via social media and expressed that he couldn't wait to get back on the field.

“Underwent surgery for a sports hernia in the lower right abdomen. Grateful to share that after a smooth surgery, I’m already on the road to recovery. Can’t wait to be back,” Suryakumar Yadav posted.

Suryakumar undergoes his third surgery

This is Suryakumar’s third surgery in three years, having undergone ankle surgery in 2023 and a previous hernia procedure earlier this year. Notably, the Mumbai Indians star was in sensational form during IPL 2025, finishing as the second-highest run-scorer with 717 runs and earning the tournament’s MVP award.

His current rehabilitation at the CoE ruled him out of the West Zone squad for the Duleep Trophy. Though selectors had initially asked for clarity on his availability, Suryakumar conveyed his ongoing recovery process. With the West Zone team placed directly into the semifinals starting September 4, he will miss the domestic red-ball assignment to focus fully on getting match-fit for the Asia Cup in the UAE, which begins on September 9. Sources close to the player confirm that he is progressing steadily and is optimistic about leading India in the continental tournament.

Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer also made a brief visit to the CoE last week for routine fitness checks before returning to Mumbai. He is fit and expected to play under Shardul Thakur for the West Zone in the Duleep Trophy unless he receives a late call-up for the Asia Cup squad.