Tag: Yuvraj Singh

Yuvraj Singh is one of the most iconic cricketers in Indian history, known for his explosive batting, game-changing performances, and remarkable comebacks. A stylish left-handed batter and a useful left-arm spinner, Yuvraj rose to fame with his match-winning ability in white-ball cricket and is best remembered for his heroics in the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup. His fearless approach, elegant stroke play, and resilience in the face of adversity have made him a fan favorite across generations.

Early Life and Domestic Career
Born on December 12, 1981, in Chandigarh, India, Yuvraj Singh was introduced to sports at a young age by his father, Yograj Singh, a former Indian cricketer. Yuvraj made his mark in India’s domestic circuit playing for Punjab and quickly climbed the ranks due to his aggressive style and athleticism.

His performance in the 2000 ICC U-19 World Cup, where he was named Player of the Tournament, fast-tracked his entry into the Indian national team.

International Career
Yuvraj made his ODI debut in 2000 against Kenya and announced himself with a brilliant 84 against Australia in the 2000 ICC Champions Trophy. Over the next decade, he became a key figure in India’s limited-overs setup and occasionally played in Test matches as well.

His finest moments came on the biggest stages. In the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup, he hit six sixes in an over off Stuart Broad and played crucial knocks throughout the tournament. In the 2011 ICC World Cup, he was named Player of the Tournament, scoring 362 runs and taking 15 wickets, helping India lift the trophy after 28 years.

Yuvraj Singh – International Career Stats
Format Matches Runs Highest Score Bat Avg Wickets Bowl Avg
Test 40 1,900+ 169 33.92 9 60.78
ODI 304 8,701 150 36.55 111 38.68
T20I 58 1,177 77* 28.02 28 17.78

*Stats are as of retirement in 2019

Career Highlights
Player of the Tournament – ICC Cricket World Cup 2011

Six sixes in an over in a T20 World Cup match (vs England, 2007)

Only player to score 300+ runs and take 15+ wickets in a single World Cup

Played in multiple ICC tournament finals and semifinals

Represented India in three World Cups (2003, 2007, 2011) and two T20 World Cups (2007, 2009)

Comeback to cricket after successfully battling cancer in 2012

Playing Style and Strengths
Aggressive left-handed batter, strong on the leg side

Game-changer in middle overs, with clean hitting and fast scoring

Useful left-arm spinner, often breaking partnerships

Dynamic fielder, particularly at point and in the outfield

Known for performing under pressure, especially in ICC tournaments

IPL Career
Yuvraj Singh played for several franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), including:

Kings XI Punjab

Pune Warriors India

Royal Challengers Bangalore

Delhi Daredevils

Sunrisers Hyderabad

Mumbai Indians

He was the most expensive player in IPL auctions twice and played several match-winning innings throughout his IPL career.

Life After Cricket
Yuvraj retired from international cricket in 2019 but continues to be involved in the sport through coaching, mentoring, and commentary. He also runs the YouWeCan Foundation, which supports cancer patients and spreads awareness about early detection and treatment.

Yuvraj is an advocate for sports-based education, youth development, and philanthropy.

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