<p>India's T20 batting sensation, Suryakumar Kumar on Wednesday said his elevation to the post of vice-captain of the national side seems like a dream, and he would continue to play his natural game without being burdened by the added responsibility.</p>.<p>Indian selectors made some major changes in the national white-ball set-up by giving the T20I captaincy reins to Hardik Pandya and appointing Suryakumar as his deputy for the series against Sri Lanka, beginning in Mumbai on January 3 next year.</p>.<p>Senior players such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and KL Rahul did not find a place in the squad for the series.</p>.<p>"It (vice-captaincy) was not expected. I can only say it's kind of a reward to me for the way I (have) played this year. It feels good and I'm really looking forward to it," Surya told reporters after day two of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra here.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/cricket/williamson-latham-tons-put-kiwis-on-top-against-pakistan-1175917.html" target="_blank">Williamson, Latham tons put Kiwis on top against Pakistan</a></strong></p>.<p>Surya's first reaction after his father forwarded him the team list was of utter disbelief.</p>.<p>"I came to know from my dad who is always active on social media. He forwarded me the list and also sent me a short message -- 'not to take any pressure and enjoy your batting'.</p>.<p>"For a moment, I closed my eyes and asked myself, 'is this a dream?' It's a great feeling," he added.</p>.<p>On whether the added responsibility will put him under pressure, Surya said, "I always had responsibility and pressure. I always enjoy my game and (do) not carry any extra baggage.</p>.<p>"It's simple. I keep (leave) all my thinking at the team hotel and the nets. Whenever I'm batting, I just go out there to enjoy my game."</p>
<p>India's T20 batting sensation, Suryakumar Kumar on Wednesday said his elevation to the post of vice-captain of the national side seems like a dream, and he would continue to play his natural game without being burdened by the added responsibility.</p>.<p>Indian selectors made some major changes in the national white-ball set-up by giving the T20I captaincy reins to Hardik Pandya and appointing Suryakumar as his deputy for the series against Sri Lanka, beginning in Mumbai on January 3 next year.</p>.<p>Senior players such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and KL Rahul did not find a place in the squad for the series.</p>.<p>"It (vice-captaincy) was not expected. I can only say it's kind of a reward to me for the way I (have) played this year. It feels good and I'm really looking forward to it," Surya told reporters after day two of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra here.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/cricket/williamson-latham-tons-put-kiwis-on-top-against-pakistan-1175917.html" target="_blank">Williamson, Latham tons put Kiwis on top against Pakistan</a></strong></p>.<p>Surya's first reaction after his father forwarded him the team list was of utter disbelief.</p>.<p>"I came to know from my dad who is always active on social media. He forwarded me the list and also sent me a short message -- 'not to take any pressure and enjoy your batting'.</p>.<p>"For a moment, I closed my eyes and asked myself, 'is this a dream?' It's a great feeling," he added.</p>.<p>On whether the added responsibility will put him under pressure, Surya said, "I always had responsibility and pressure. I always enjoy my game and (do) not carry any extra baggage.</p>.<p>"It's simple. I keep (leave) all my thinking at the team hotel and the nets. Whenever I'm batting, I just go out there to enjoy my game."</p>