A moment of deep concern gripped the Narendra Modi Stadium during Match 9 of IPL 2025, as Suryakumar Yadav was struck on the helmet by a sharp bouncer from Prasidh Krishna. Attempting a scoop shot off a slower short ball, SKY only managed a top edge that smashed into the peak of his helmet, causing him to fall flat on the pitch.
The silence from the crowd turned into alarm as the Mumbai Indians (MI) star lay motionless for a few seconds, triggering fear among fans and teammates. The ball struck dangerously close to the grille, near his right eye, but thankfully the helmet absorbed the impact.
After a few tense moments, SKY slowly sat up, prompting a huge cheer of relief from the Ahmedabad crowd. Medical staff rushed in for an assessment, and he resumed play after passing a quick on-field check.
Match context at the time of the incident:
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GT: 196/8 (20)
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MI: 108/4 in 13 overs
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Required: 89 runs off 42 balls
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Suryakumar Yadav: 45* (23), 4 sixes
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Last Wicket: Robin Minz c Ishant b Sai Kishore 3(6)
Incident Summary:
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Bowler: Prasidh Krishna
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Ball: Short, slower delivery
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Shot attempted: Scoop
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Impact location: Helmet peak, near grille
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Immediate reaction: SKY fell flat, crowd silenced
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Outcome: SKY stood up and continued after a check
SKY’s resilience in continuing the innings despite the blow highlights his warrior spirit, but the incident also served as a stark reminder of the risks batters face against pace.
