"Playing on home soil is always exciting, I felt that when we played the ODI World Cup in 2023. Crowds coming in numbers, people having a chat around when you are travelling to the airport, so it's a good thing,"
"It gives you motivation all the time. At the same time, it brings a lot of responsibility also that you are getting to lead such a wonderful side, that too in India, starting at Wankhede. So the boys are very excited to take the field tomorrow. I am sure there will be a lot of excitement."
"They have gone now to the land of dollars, but I see it from a good perspective. It's good that people are getting an opportunity. Even though they are playing for other countries, it's a good opportunity for them," Yadav said. "I have played a lot of cricket with them. But right now, we are having fun with our own cricket."
Suryakumar Yadav acknowledges a large responsibility and clear excitement as he leads India into the T20 World Cup opener at Wankhede. Playing at home motivates him, recalling the ODI World Cup 2023 and the energy of packed crowds and public interest. Co-hosting with Sri Lanka raises expectations while providing familiarity with subcontinent conditions. India enter as defending champions and overwhelming favourites. The United States squad includes many expatriates from India and Pakistan, making turning wickets less alien for them. Three former Mumbai teammates are likely to play for the US, and Yadav described their opportunities positively while affirming India's focus on its own cricket. The US impressed in the last T20 World Cup by beating Pakistan and challenging India.
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