Mumbai, Nov. 9 -- T20 World Cup 2026-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav will lead Mumbai in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT).

All-rounder Shardul Thakur returns to the side after recovering from a finger injury, as the 16-member squad for the domestic T20 tournament has been announced on Monday, according to Cricinfo.

Suryakumar's appointment marks a split in Mumbai's captaincy across formats this season. Shardul Thakur had led the side across formats last season, while Siddhesh Lad was named captain for the ongoing Ranji Trophy campaign. Suryakumar, meanwhile, was not part of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy squad.

Suryakumar said it was a matter of pride to represent Mumbai and an honour to lead the side, adding that the team would aim...