In 56 fewer matches, SKY equals Kohli's record for...

Suryakumar Yadav equalled Virat Kohli's record of 16 Player of the Match (POTM) awards in T20 Internationals during India's 43-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first T20I of their 2024 tour. Yadav’s 58 off 26 balls helped India post 213/7. In reply, Sri Lanka managed 170, with Arshdeep Singh and Riyan Parag starring in the bowling department. Yadav's rapid accumulation of POTM awards highlights his impact and pivotal role in India's T20I squad.