Yuvraj Singh, affectionately known as 'Yuvi' in the cricketing world, is renowned not just within the confines of Team India’s dressing room but also beyond the boundaries of the cricket field. Yuvraj Singh's transformation into 'Yuvi' comes with an intriguing story, which he himself has revealed.
Yuvraj Singh, or 'Yuvi' as he is popularly called, has played a pivotal role in leading India to victories in major ICC tournaments. He made his international debut in 2000 in an ODI match against Kenya, marking the beginning of an illustrious career that would see him become one of cricket’s most formidable players. This debut was the start of a journey that would see Yuvraj's name resonate in cricketing arenas worldwide, instilling fear among some of the greatest bowlers of his time.
The story behind Yuvraj Singh's nickname
The nickname 'Yuvi' emerged as a natural shortening of his name, which was a bit lengthy for quick call-outs during games and practices. Yuvraj explained that due to the length of his full name, teammates and fans began to affectionately call him 'Yuvi' for convenience.
Over his 17-year career, Yuvraj Singh represented India in 304 ODIs, 40 Test matches, and 58 T20Is. He has scored 8,701 runs in ODIs, which includes 14 centuries and 52 half-centuries. Additionally, Yuvraj has taken 111 wickets in ODIs. In Test cricket, he scored 1,900 runs and took 9 wickets, while in T20Is, he amassed 1,177 runs, including eight fifties, and took 28 wickets.
Yuvraj Singh - Hero of the 2011 ODI World Cup
One of Yuvraj Singh’s most heroic moments came during the 2011 Cricket World Cup. Despite battling cancer, he played a key role in India’s victory, earning the Player of the Tournament award. During this tournament, Yuvraj was awarded the Player of the Match four times, showcasing his resilience and dedication to the sport and his country.
Yuvraj Singh also had a significant impact in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where he represented multiple teams including Mumbai Indians, Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Sunrisers Hyderabad. From 2008 to 2019, he played 132 IPL matches, scoring 2,750 runs at a strike rate of 129.72, which includes 13 fifties, and took 36 wickets.
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