Aoba Tanaka 
In a special encounter, India’s T20 cricket star Suryakumar Yadav had the privilege of meeting Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during an event in Bengaluru. The two sports icons spent quality time interacting and sharing insights about their respective journeys in the world of cricket and football.
Suryakumar, currently recovering from two surgeries in December and January, including an ankle injury sustained during India’s tour of South Africa, took the opportunity to discuss his injuries and cricket experiences with Solskjaer. The Indian cricketer highlighted the challenges of continuous cricket, emphasizing the importance of taking breaks to refresh and rejuvenate.
The memorable meeting included a photo-op where Solskjaer held up Suryakumar’s India jersey, and Suryakumar proudly displayed a Manchester United shirt. During their farewell exchange, Solskjaer offered valuable advice to the active sportsperson, encouraging him to savor and enjoy his time in the game. “Enjoy it as long as you can. It is always best when you are active. Don’t retire too early,” advised the Norwegian football legend.
Solskjaer, known for his iconic goal in the 1999 Champions League final, where Manchester United secured a rare treble, shared his desire to return to management. Having managed Manchester United from the 2018/19 season until his departure in November 2022, Solskjaer expressed his eagerness for a new club challenge, seeking an exciting adventure where he can be himself. The football icon conveyed his longing for the pressure of managing top-tier teams, emphasizing his passion for the game and the desire to make a meaningful impact in the managerial realm once again.
