Suryakumar Yadav Rescues India from Embarrassment in T20 WC Opener vs USA

• Suryakumar Yadav smashed an unbeaten 84 off 49 balls, saving India from a disastrous start against USA in the 2026 T20 World Cup opener.
• India, defending champions, were reeling at 77/6 at one stage after a top-order collapse, with Abhishek Sharma and Shivam Dube getting golden ducks.
• Suryakumar was dropped by bowler Shubham Rajane on the final ball of the 10th over, a crucial lifeline that changed the game's momentum.
• He formed vital partnerships, including a 41-run stand with Axar Patel, to drag India out of trouble.
• Suryakumar's late assault, including 21 runs in the final over he batted, propelled India to a fighting total of 161/9.