God created the special 'catch' moment: SKY

UDUPI: "God creates special moments in one’s life and I believe that 'the catch' is one of those special moments created by the God for us to win the 2024 T20 World Cup," said Suryakumar Ashok Yadav, also known by the initials SKY, attributing his successful catch to the Almighty.
Interacting with media during his visit to Marigudi Temple at Kaup, Udupi, along with his wife Devisha Shetty, on Tuesday, Yadav said: During training, we practise to hold on to such catches and it was one of those God-blessed occasions.`As soon as I held on to the catch, I remembered God,’’ he recalled.’
Yadav’s catch, during the final against South Africa, of David Miller, on the boundary off a low full toss during the final over, was instrumental in India's seven-run victory in the match.
``I had not stepped on the boundary line, and it was a legal catch. I cannot please everyone in the world,’’ observed Yadav, regarding some persons questioning the legitimacy of the catch.
Often called as Mr. 360 for his range of shots, said they had visited several temples during his current visit and had found peace. ``I have come as a common man and not as a celebrity. The thought that I’m a celebrity has never crossed my mind. I have to live like an ordinary person for a large part of my life. The World Cup is not my entire life, it’s a part of it. I may have to encounter such occasions many times in my life,’’ said the right-handed middle-order batter.
Referring to the Kaup deity as `Kaupuda Amma’ in Tulu, he said they were surprised to see the large crowd and the love and affection they showered on them. ``I’m truly blessed,’’ Yadav said.
When the temple priest blessed, saying come back again as Team India Captain, Yadav politely said that it was not in his hands. ``What’s in my capacity is to play well for the country. If God wishes and is destined, all is possible,’’ he noted.
On his chewing gum habit, Yadav said likes to chew gum when he’s on the field, which helps him concentrate and enjoy his game. ``I would like to visit the temple during its renovation. God willing, I will be back during that time,’’ said the batter known for his scoops over fine leg.
``I celebrated my wedding anniversary (July 7) here. I’ve never cut or eaten so many cakes in my life,’’ said Yadav, on a lighter note.