SKY Urges T20 Players: Domestic Cricket Key to Staying 'In Touch With Roots'

• Indian T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav (SKY) emphasized the importance of domestic cricket for player development and staying "in touch with roots."
• SKY noted that a shrinking international calendar is leading more players, including seasoned stars, back to domestic cricket to sharpen their skills.
• India is set to play a five-game T20I series against South Africa, with the first match in Cuttack.
• Yadav stressed focusing on developing India's brand of cricket rather than excessive experimentation with squad combinations.
• The team's immediate focus is on upcoming T20 matches against quality opposition, with the 2026 T20 World Cup in mind.

Why It Matters: Domestic cricket is crucial for player development, even for international stars.