Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav was honoured with the ‘Sports Leader of the Year’ award at the CNBC-TV18 India Business Leader Awards 2026 in Mumbai. Speaking after India’s World Cup triumph, he stressed open communication and trust in the dressing room, saying hearing every player’s opinion helps the team move in the same direction.

Mumbai: Speaking at the CNBC-TV18 India Business Leader Awards 2026, Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav opened up about his leadership philosophy following India’s historic ICC World Cup triumph earlier this month. In one of his first public appearances after the tournament, Yadav highlighted the importance of open communication and trust within the team.

Yadav was also honoured with the ‘Sports Leader of the Year’ award at the CNBC-TV18 India Business Leader Awards 2026 for his exceptional leadership and role in guiding India to a historic ICC World Cup victory.

Talking about his captaincy style and leadership mantra, the star batter said, “Irrespective of what happens on the ground or on the field, when you come off the field, you are just another man or woman playing that game. Irrespective of whether you are doing well or not doing well– to your home, friends, and your family, leave that on the ground. That really matters to me.”

He added, “In the dressing room, it is important to hear everyone out. The freedom of speech is really important in the dressing room. Listen to what they want, but at the end of the day, the goal is the same.”