Sporting icons : Yuvraj Singh: The Iconic Indian cricket All-Rounder and Fighter - career HLs & video

 


Yuvraj Singh, born on December 12, 1981, in Chandigarh, India, is one of cricket’s most charismatic and talented all-rounders. Known for his elegant batting, sharp fielding, and handy left-arm spin bowling, Yuvraj’s ability to turn games single-handedly made him a fan favorite. His flair for hitting sixes and delivering under pressure earned him accolades worldwide.


Style of Play and All-Round Skills

Yuvraj was a left-handed batsman renowned for his graceful stroke play and explosive hitting. With the ball, he was a useful left-arm orthodox spinner, often breaking partnerships at crucial junctures. In the field, his athleticism and sharp reflexes made him one of the best fielders of his generation.


Records in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is


Tests: Yuvraj played 40 Test matches, scoring 1,900 runs at an average of 33.92, including 3 centuries and 11 half-centuries. His highest score was 169 against Pakistan. He took 9 test wickets . 


ODIs: In 304 ODIs, he amassed 8,701 runs at an average of 36.55, with 14 centuries and 52 half-centuries. He also claimed 111 wickets at an average of 38.68. ODIs was his most favoured format . 


T20Is: In 58 T20Is, Yuvraj scored 1,177 runs at an average of 28.02, with a strike rate of 136.38. He took 28 wickets in this format as well  & was a part of India's T20I World cup triumph in 2007 . 



Career Highlights

1. 2007 ICC T20 World Cup:

Yuvraj’s iconic six sixes in an over off Stuart Broad during the 2007 T20 World Cup match against England became legendary. His quickfire 70 off 30 balls against Australia in the semifinal was equally memorable.


2. 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup:

Yuvraj was the Player of the Tournament in India’s victorious 2011 World Cup campaign, scoring 362 runs and taking 15 wickets. His all-round brilliance, including a match-winning century against West Indies and five-wicket hauls, played a pivotal role in India’s triumph.


3. NatWest Trophy Final 2002:

Yuvraj’s 69 in partnership with Mohammad Kaif helped India chase a daunting target against England, a win that remains one of the most thrilling in Indian cricket history.


World Cups

Yuvraj played in three ICC Cricket World Cups (2003, 2007, and 2011). His crowning moment came in the 2011 World Cup, where he excelled with both bat and ball. Earlier he won the 2007  T20I World cup in South Africa under MS Dhoni , in its inagural year .


Major Batting and Bowling Performances


His fastest fifty in T20 cricket, scored in just 12 balls against England in 2007, remains one of the greatest individual feats in the format.


His 139 against Australia in Sydney in 2004 was a testament to his grit and skill in challenging conditions.


Bowling figures of 5/31 against Ireland in the 2011 World Cup showcased his all-round abilities.



Cancer Battle and Comeback

In 2011, Yuvraj was diagnosed with a rare form of lung cancer (mediastinal seminoma) shortly after the World Cup victory. His resilience in overcoming the disease and returning to international cricket in 2012 was an inspiration to millions worldwide.


Legacy

Yuvraj Singh’s impact on Indian cricket extends beyond his performances on the field. He epitomized determination, versatility, and the spirit of never giving up. His contributions in ICC tournaments cemented his status as a match-winner. Off the field, his work through the YouWeCan foundation to support cancer patients highlights his commitment to social causes. Yuvraj remains a role model and a legend of the game.


In the below video - watch Yuvraj Singh's breathtaking 169 in the 3rd test vs Pakistan in 2007 . His sublime strokeplay is a big highlight in the series 

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