New Delhi: Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh enjoys a large fan-following in the country for a reason. There is hardly any doubt that Yuvraj is one of the greatest players the country has ever seen.
In a recent interview with Times Now Yuvraj said, “Experiences, good or bad, are a part of your learning and growth and I cherish them. Right from my early days to the 2011 World Cup to battling cancer and being back on the field, my career and personal life has seen several milestones and these experiences have made me the person I am today.”
“I am extremely grateful to my family, friends, colleagues and fans who have supported and motivated me every step of the way,” he added. A match-winner on any day, the southpaw was instrumental in India lifting the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 World Cup titles. He was also adjudged Man of the Series in the 2011 event at home.
Despite his success in shorter formats Yuvraj didn’t get to play in many Tests. “When I look back I feel that I would have wanted more opportunities to play Test cricket. In those days, it was difficult to get a spot amidst star players like Sachin, Rahul, Virender, VVS Laxman, Sourav — who started opening,” he said.
“Landing a spot in the middle-order was difficult. Moreover, compared to today’s generation who get to play ten-plus Test matches, we used to get one or two opportunities. My opportunity came when Sourav retired, but unfortunately, I was diagnosed with cancer and my life took a different turn,” Yuvraj added.
“Nevertheless, I am happy with my journey and extremely proud to have played for my country,” he further said. The 38-year-old former all-rounder played 40 Tests for India in which he scored 1,900 runs at an average of 33.92. He scored three centuries and 11 fifties in his career.
