Mumbai Indians’ explosive batter Suryakumar Yadav lit up Wankhede Stadium with a dazzling 73 (7 fours, 4 sixes) against Delhi Capitals — a knock that not only powered his team to victory but also earned him the Player of the Match award. But beyond the cricketing triumph, it was a deeply personal moment for SKY.
After a 13-match drought without a POTM award, Suryakumar dedicated the win to his wife, Devisha Shetty, in a touching post-match tribute.
“It’s been thirteen games now. My wife told me a sweet story — that I’ve won everything, except the POTM award. This one’s for her,” he said. “It was important for me to stay till the end. She waits for such moments and we celebrate them together. I’m really looking forward to it.”
College sweethearts, lifelong teammates
Suryakumar and Devisha’s story began at R.A. Podar College of Commerce & Economics, Mumbai. What started as a friendship during their student years soon blossomed into love. The couple got engaged in May 2016 and tied the knot two months later in a traditional South Indian ceremony. Since then, Devisha has been a constant pillar of strength in Suryakumar’s career, standing by him through form slumps, injuries, and comebacks. Often seen cheering from the stands or sharing light-hearted moments on social media, their bond is one of mutual admiration and deep-rooted support.
A night to remember
Suryakumar’s return to form was crucial for Mumbai Indians, but for him, the real victory was sharing the moment with Devisha. The long-awaited Player of the Match award has now become a symbol of their shared journey, where every boundary on the field is backed by belief at home.
With Mumbai Indians building momentum, fans can expect more fireworks from SKY — each with a story, and some, like this one, written straight from the heart.