In a moment of sheer brilliance and awareness, Suryakumar Yadav's quick thinking led to the bizarre run-out of Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz during their Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match in Dubai on September 21. The incident, described as an "epic brain-fade moment", occurred in the 19th over of Pakistan's innings.

Salman Agha attempted to flick a full toss from Jasprit Bumrah off his pads towards backward square leg and called for a quick single. While Nawaz completed the single, he then casually wandered out of his crease at the striker's end. Seeing this opportunity, Suryakumar Yadav, who was fielding at mid-off, instead of throwing the ball to the bowler's end, made a direct hit at the striker's stumps.

Nawaz, seemingly unaware of the ball's trajectory, was caught napping outside his crease, failing to ground his bat in time. The ball bounced just before hitting the wickets, and a delayed referral confirmed Nawaz's dismissal. He was run out for 21 off 19 balls.

The dismissal triggered an angry reaction from Pakistan's coach, Mike Hesson. Videos circulating online show Nawaz strolling with his bat in the air, completely oblivious to the situation. Commentators have noted Nawaz's lack of awareness and the importance of grounding the bat, regardless of how comfortable a batter might feel.

Suryakumar Yadav's presence of mind and accurate throw were widely praised. This display of alertness proved crucial in a high-pressure Asia CupSuper Four match between India and Pakistan. Some observers jestingly remarked that Yadav reminded Nawaz, "Garden mein ghumna mana hai!" which roughly translates to "strolling in the garden is not allowed!".