[WATCH] Suryakumar Yadav delivers heartfelt speech at father’s retire ceremony

Star cricketer Suryakumar Yadav recently delivered an emotional statement at the retirement ceremony of his father, Ashok Kumar Yadav. The ceremony marked the conclusion of his father’s career as a scientist at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC).

India’s T20I captain talked with a blend of comedy, affection and nostalgia while entertaining the gathering and paid a tribute to his father’s journey. He is currently in phenomenal form in the IPL 2025 and took the time to congratulate his father on his successes and wish him the best of luck in the future. A footage of his speech has gone viral, which attracted the attention of well-wishers of his father.

“They were playing some stunning videos on the screen. I didn’t realise he could sing so beautifully. I have never seen him sing. But definitely, when my sister and I were not present, dad must have performed some nice songs for my mother,” Suryakumar explained.

“You now have all the time in the world to entertain Mum. They say that every beautiful journey comes to an end. Yours has been nothing short of a fantasy. You’ve had excellent pals and individuals who genuinely care about you. And, while this chapter is coming to a close, I promise—we’ll do everything we can to make your second innings just as amazing,” he concluded.

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Papa is my superman. Suryakumar Yadav

The great hitter went on to thank his father for his support and guidance during his cricket career. He also revealed that his father has always been a real-life superhero.

“There is usually one inspiring individual, like Superman, who demonstrates how to live and learn. For me, that figure is my father. He has been there for me since the beginning. I had no idea where my adventure would take me, but he was there every step of the way—packing my lunch, dropping me off at school so I didn’t skip class, and accompanying me to college to ensure I didn’t scale the walls and disappear,” Suryakumar continued.

He never brought his job home. Suryakumar Yadav

The Mumbai Indians player also mentioned the most essential life lesson he learnt from his father: the capacity to keep work and personal life distinct. He wished his father the best in retirement and emphasised the family’s satisfaction at being able to spend more time together.

“Regardless of what happened at work, he never let it influence his behaviour at home. That is something I greatly appreciate and strive to emulate. I just want to wish him the best in this new phase. I hope he can now devote all of his time to us. My mother, who has been his rock throughout his life, will finally be able to share this time with him. “I just want to say one thing: Aao, let’s go home,” he said.