Talking about the incredible cricketers of team India, no one can forget the name of Yuvraj Singh, who is often recognized as ‘Yuvi’ by his fans. Yuvraj Singh is a former Indian International cricketer, who has played in all three formats. The legend is still considered as one of the best left-handed batsmen the cricket world has ever witnessed. He was always considered the X-Factor in the Indian Squad, picking crucial wickets and registering match-winning innings whenever required.
However, the legend was successful in winning 7 ‘Player of the Series awards in ODI cricket. Further, holds the record of fastest T20 fifty by making it in 12 balls against England National cricket team, at the ICC World T20, 2007. He also received the Arjuna Award and Padma Shri Award in 2012 and 2014 respectively. Furthermore, the legendary player was diagnosed with cancer in 2011 but he managed to fight over the disease, thereby making a nice comeback in order to serve the Indian Cricket Team. For the last time he represented India in 2017 against the West Indies, and later announced his retirement on 10 June 2019.
Biography of Yuvraj Singh
- Real Name: Yuvraj Singh Bhundel
- Other/Nickname: Yuvi
- Profession: Former Indian-International Cricketer
- Famous for: His dedication towards cricket
- Batting: Left-handed
- Bowling: Slow left-arm orthodox
- Other Hobbies: Travelling, Listening to Music, Watching Films
Physical Features of Yuvraj Singh
- Height (approx.): 6′ 1″ (185 cm)
- Weight (approx.): 80 kilograms
- Body Measurements (approx.): Chest- 41 inches, Waist- 34 inches, Biceps- 13 inches
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Personal Life of Yuvraj Singh
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- Date of Birth: December 12, 1981
- Age: 40 years (as in 2021)
- Nationality: Indian
- Birthplace: Chandigarh, India
- Hometown: Chandigarh, India
- School: DAV Public School, Sector 8, Chandigarh
- College: DAV College, Punjab University, Chandigarh
- Highest Educational Qualification: Degree in Commerce
- Coach/Mentor: Sukhwinder Singh alias Bawa, and Yograj Singh (his father)
Yuvraj Singh’s Debut:
- Test– 16 October 2003 against New Zealand at Mohali
- ODI– 3 October, 2000 against Kenya at Nairobi
- T20– 13 September 2007 against Scotland at Durban
Yuvraj Singh’s Achievements:
- He was successful in hitting 6 sixes in a single over at the ICC World T20 match of 2007.
- Yuvraj Singh is further said to hold the record of fastest T20 fifty by registering it in 12 balls against England National cricket team, at the ICC World T20 of 2007.
- According to reports, he achieved the Man of the Tournament Award at ICC World Cup of 2011.
- He is said to achieve the Indian Premier League championship two times. One championship was with the Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2016, while another was with the Mumbai Indians in 2019.
- He was honored with the Arjuna Award by the President of India, in the year 2012.
- He was conferred with the Padma Shri Award in 2014.
- Moreover, in the year of 2014 he received the FICCI Most Inspiring Sportsperson of the Year Award.
- After recovering from cancer, he made his international comeback in a T20 match against New Zealand, held in the month of September prior to the 2012’s World T20.
- He managed to win 7 Player of the Series Awards in ODI cricket matches.
- He was the vice-captain of the Indian ODI team in between 2007 to 2008.
Family Details of Yuvraj Singh
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- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse Name: Hazel Keech
- Spouse’s Profession: Actress and Model
- Parents Names: Father- Yograj Singh, Mother- Shabnam Singh, Step-mother– Neena Bundhel
- Siblings: Brother- Zoravar Singh, Step-brother– Victor Yograj Singh, Step-sister– Amarjeet Kaur
- Children: Son– Orion Keech Singh
- Religion: Sikhism
Lesser-Known Facts about Yuvraj Singh:
- Yuvraj Singh is said to be signed by Microsoft as brand ambassador for the Xbox 360 video game console when it was launched in India in 2006.
- According to reports, Yuvraj is a brand ambassador of sports365.in, which is an online store that deals in selling sports goods and fitness equipment. Moreover, he is also the brand ambassador for the sports brand Puma and has been appointed as the brand ambassador of Ulysse Nardin watch in 2013.
- His own charity foundation, “YouWeCan” has treated numerous cancer patients. Furthermore in 2015, his organization initiated nationwide cancer awareness in association with Jayakrishnan, the founder of Heyyo Media.
- The player, however, has played two short roles being a child artist in “Mehndi Shagna Di” and “Putt Sardara.”
- Yuvraj Singh was born in a Punjabi Sikh family and his father is Yograj Singh, who is also a former Indian cricketer.
- During his childhood, he also achieved the National Under-14 Roller Skating Championship. But his father threw away the medal, telling him to focus on cricket and forget skating.
- The player has also played for several domestic teams like Kings XI Punjab, Pune Warriors, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Delhi Daredevils, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians, Toronto Nationals, Maratha Arabians and many more.
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