India, Oct. 29 -- Robin Uthappa weighed in on Suryakumar Yadav's ongoing form and leadership dilemma, suggesting the Indian T20I skipper needs clarity in his batting role and shouldn't bat below number 4. The stylish batter rediscovered his touch in the rain-hit opening T20I against Australia on Wednesday. Though the match ended without a result, his unbeaten 39 was a major positive for India. Coming off a lean patch, including struggles during the Asia Cup, his composed 24-ball knock in Canberra silenced many critics.

Uthappa believes Suryakumar is best suited at No. 3, a position that could help him regain rhythm and confidence with the bat.

"It's like you are stuck between a rock and a hard place because it's a decision where you nee...