Papa is my superman: Suryakumar Yadav's speech at father's retirement

31-May-2025

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India's T20I captain, Suryakumar Yadav, made his father's retirement ceremony a truly memorable occasion, blending humour, affection, and nostalgia in a speech that touched the hearts of many. 

A short video clip of Suryakumar's speech soon went viral on social media, capturing widespread admiration. On May 29, he also shared a heartfelt note and photographs from the farewell, paying tribute to his father's remarkable journey.

Suryakumar paid tribute to the unwavering support his father had given him throughout his cricketing career, describing Ashok Yadav as his personal Superman.

"There's always that one inspiring figure, like a Superman, who shows you how to live and learn. For me, that figure is my papa. From the very start, he's stood by me," he said.