Suryakumar Yadav Likely To Play Against Uganda Ahead Of T20 Mumbai League 2026

India T20I captain set to feature for Triumph Knights Mumbai North East in warm-up clash against Uganda cricket team

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav is expected to return to action later this week as he is likely to represent Triumph Knights Mumbai North East in a T20 fixture against the Uganda cricket team on May 30 in Mumbai.

Uganda are currently touring Mumbai for a short white-ball series comprising four one-day matches and four T20 games. The T20 fixtures are being played against different teams associated with the upcoming T20 Mumbai League, which is scheduled to begin on June 1.

The match between Triumph Knights Mumbai North East and Uganda is expected to take place at the MCA Ground in Bandra Kurla Complex.

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MCA Official Provides Update On Suryakumar Yadav’s Availability

Mumbai Cricket Association secretary Unmesh Khanvilkar confirmed that Suryakumar is part of the Triumph Knights squad and is likely to feature in the contest.

“He is a part of the team, so he is likely to play,” MCA secretary Unmesh Khanvilkar told reporters here on Tuesday during the announcement of the signing of a five-year Memorandum of Understanding with Cricket Uganda.

Khanvilkar also highlighted the significance of having India’s T20I captain participate in the game, especially from the perspective of the visiting Uganda side.

“He is the Indian captain, and whenever he plays against any team, it is a morale-booster for any team, and it is going to be a good cricket experience,” Khanvilkar added.

Suryakumar has remained one of the most recognised faces of the T20 Mumbai League since its inaugural edition in 2018 and was retained as an icon player by Triumph Knights ahead of this season.

Jay Shah Played Key Role In Uganda-MCA Partnership

MCA president Ajinkya Naik revealed that ICC chairman Jay Shah played an important role in facilitating the collaboration between Mumbai Cricket Association and Cricket Uganda.

“Under the leadership of Mr Jay Shah, he had requested us to host the Uganda cricket team, and we thought it is a great privilege to host a national team here in Mumbai and for our Mumbai players to get exposure against a national team,” Naik said.

Naik further explained that the agreement would provide opportunities for both associations to exchange tours and create more exposure for emerging cricketers.

“The Uganda team can come and play matches here, and whenever MCA needs to go and play in that country during our season or even when we have our off season,” Naik continued.

“The players who are playing for the senior team or even the Indian team, they have the exposure. But those who are in the second or third line – the bench strength of MCA – they need exposure. That’s the reason why we are (also) travelling to the UK this year, both men’s and women’s teams, and this is an additional opportunity.”

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Uganda Tour Provides Valuable Exposure Ahead Of T20 Mumbai League

The Uganda tour is expected to serve as a strong preparatory platform for Mumbai’s domestic players ahead of the T20 Mumbai League 2026 season. For Uganda, the series offers an opportunity to compete against quality Indian domestic talent in challenging subcontinental conditions.

Meanwhile, Suryakumar’s expected participation has added further excitement around the fixture, with fans eager to watch the Indian skipper return to competitive action before India’s upcoming international assignments.