Perhaps, we can see the replacement for a player like Sachin Tendulkar and even for Virat Kohli but it would be really tough to get a player like Yuvraj Singh, who showed the world what a real fight could be. He is an inspiration and idol for many cricketers during his times and one of the rarest cricketers to achieve the man of the tournament awards in 50-over and 20-over world cups.
Two-time World Cup champion and one of India’s greatest-ever limited-overs batsman, Yuvraj Singh has called time on an illustrious 19-year career, the batsman confirmed in a press conference in Mumbai on Monday (June 10).
Yuvraj Singh featured in 402 International games:
“I have been playing international cricket on and off for 17 years. Now, it is time to say goodbye, to move on and walk away. It has been a roller coaster ride and a great story but it has to come to an end,” said an emotional Yuvraj. “This is the best time to move on.”
The 37-year-old finishes with a total of 402 international caps to his name with his role in One-Day Internationals for India definitely being the standout. One of the cleanest hitters of the ball the game has seen, Yuvraj played 40 Tests, 304 ODIs and 58 Twenty20 Internationals.
One of India’s greatest match-winner, Yuvraj Singh has decided to call time on an illustrious 19-year international career. In his retirement speech, the two-time World Cup winner said, “I am extremely lucky to play 400+ games for India, I for one, would have not imagined doing this when I started my career as a Cricketer.”
Yuvraj’s biggest and most important contribution though came at the 2011 50-over World Cup when MS Dhoni-led India lifted the title for the first time in 28 years. Despite not being a 100 per cent, the southpaw was India’s cornerstone all through the tournament both with the bat and ball and was named Player of the tournament for his efforts.
He stroked 362 runs in the campaign in nine games at an average of 90.50 which included four fifties and a century. He also returned 15 wickets with the ball at 25.13. All in all, it was quite an international career for the southpaw Yuvraj Singh.
Here are a few tweets:
Yuvraj Singh –
1) All time great one day batsman.
2) Batsman with the greatest bat swing ever.
3) Most impressive International debut I have seen from an Indian batsman.
4) A very selfless batsman.
Enjoy your second innings Yuvi! #YuvrajSingh— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) June 10, 2019
Well played @YUVSTRONG12. As @sachin_rt once told you, you were there when India needed you. Enjoyed watching you play, that bat swing will be embedded in my memory, and I hope you are happy and at peace in life after a staggering innings.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) June 10, 2019
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Wishing Yuvraj Singh a happy retirement from international cricket ✊ pic.twitter.com/Te0duzjlA0
— T20 World Cup (@T20WorldCup) June 10, 2019
Congratulations on a wonderful career playing for the country paji. You gave us so many memories and victories and I wish you the best for life and everything ahead. Absolute champion. @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/LXSWNSQXog
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 10, 2019
Enjoy retirement Legend @YUVSTRONG12 ?? ? https://t.co/JM3Wgy3G24
— Stuart Broad (@StuartBroad8) June 10, 2019
What a fantastic career you have had Yuvi.
You have come out as a true champ everytime the team needed you. The fight you put up through all the ups & downs on & off the field is just amazing. Best of luck for your 2nd innings & thanks for all that you have done for ?? Cricket.? pic.twitter.com/J9YlPs87fv— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 10, 2019
Congratulations Prince @YUVSTRONG12 on a wonderful career. You were the best ever white ball cricketer India had. @BCCI should retire Number 12 jersey in the tribute to your career. Wish I could bat like you Champion #Yuvrajsinghretires #ThankYouYuvraj #ThankYouYuvi
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) June 10, 2019
YUVRAJ SINGH has announced his retirement from international cricket.
Let's look back at his illustrious career for India in this episode of Castrol Activ #AakashVani.
Which has been YOUR favourite Yuvi moment? Share your thoughts in the comments section.#ThankYouYuvi pic.twitter.com/2ofGwQKVSz
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) June 10, 2019
Inspiration to many of us,legend for the whole world,what a career we've witnessed!Best wishes &congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 paaji!Thank you for the great memories&your invaluable feedbacks to me from my U19 days have surely been treasured.Cheers to the king!#Yuvrajsinghretires pic.twitter.com/7XIwqklaUj
— Unmukt Chand (@UnmuktChand9) June 10, 2019
I'll miss your hilarious expressions on the pitch Yuvi Paa ??? Have a happy retirement. You've earned it ? pic.twitter.com/8ppFEjNE93
— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) June 10, 2019
That NatWest series final, those six sixes, and the World Cup! Etched in my memory forever. Thank you for the advice, support, and above all, the inspiration @YUVSTRONG12 You will be missed. #YuvrajSingh pic.twitter.com/MfTWYPA01B
— Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) June 10, 2019
Thank you for all the wonderful memories Yuvi Paaji.
You taught us how to fight and give our best even when the situation is not in control. A true hero, on and off the field.
Congratulations on such an inspiring career! @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/bGt8X4Hbmg— Bhuvneshwar Kumar (@BhuviOfficial) June 10, 2019
Congratulations on a wonderful career Yuv. You are an inspiration. It's been an absolute pleasure to have played alongside you. Thank you for the memories and guidance thru it all. Wish you all the best in life brother!! ? @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/9mtfC8tLrP
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) June 10, 2019
Players will come and go,but players like @YUVSTRONG12 are very rare to find. Gone through many difficult times but thrashed disease,thrashed bowlers & won hearts. Inspired so many people with his fight & will-power. Wish you the best in life,Yuvi #YuvrajSingh. Best wishes always pic.twitter.com/sUNAoTyNa8
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 10, 2019
One of the greatest match-winners in the history of the game,a fighter who built an extraordinary career through difficult challenges & came out a winner every time-We all are so proud of you #YuvrajSingh , u can be very proud of what u have you done for our country @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/w4wUe31De0
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) June 10, 2019
Congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 pa on an extraordinary journey and outstanding cricketing career. Wishing you well always! #YuvrajSingh pic.twitter.com/CXmYxhxr2u
— Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) June 10, 2019
From being a young talented cricketer in Chandigarh to being India’s match winner; it’s been a long, long journey. @YUVSTRONG12 Thanks for all the entertainment you brought with your match winning performances and wishing you the best in life. #YuvrajSingh
— Anjum Chopra (@chopraanjum) June 10, 2019
End of an era! Yuvi pa, ur ability with the bat, the glorious 6s, the impeccable catches & the good times we've had, will be missed beyond years. The class & grit u brought to the field will be an inspiration forever. Thank u, @YUVSTRONG12 Have an equally remarkable 2nd innings! pic.twitter.com/ZWNeC9WkZL
— Suresh Raina?? (@ImRaina) June 10, 2019
Thank you, Yuvi paaji for all the guidance, support & love. ♥ You are one of the best left-handed batsmen I have come across. I always looked up to your style & batting technique, have learnt so much from you! Wish you prosperity & success in your new journey. Rab rakha ?? pic.twitter.com/AQH4LkgS0Q
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) June 10, 2019
You've been a constant source of support and inspiration with countless memories and countless hearts won. ?? Congratulations on your glorious career and all the best Yuvi paa! ? @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/YngoxWiCOg
— Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) June 10, 2019
It’s been an absolute pleasure playing with Yuvi. You will go down as one of the greatest players in the history of the game. You have been an inspiration to us with your resilience,determination & above all the love & passion you showed towards the game. Good luck @YUVSTRONG12 ! pic.twitter.com/vlXUdkgJSz
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) June 10, 2019
Yuvi paji! I still remember when I played my 2nd test match against Pakistan in Bangalore and u were there I was quietly sitting in a corner as I was youngster, so you approached me and said-tension na le enjoy the journey of test cricket! ?All the best for future!! @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/OKXeAYZJp7
— Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) June 10, 2019
Thank you for everything you’ve shown us on and off the field.❤ A true warrior with determination like no other. Good luck Legend ?? #Yuvi #Legend @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/Xe3axWrBNE
— K L Rahul (@klrahul) June 10, 2019
To one of the Best Players India has ever produced, a World Cup Winner, a Cancer Survivor, a True Champion and an Inspiration. Thank You for the memories Yuvi Paa pic.twitter.com/svU9c9NHoz
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) June 10, 2019
You gave us memories we can never forget ❤
Wishing you all the best Yuvi Paaji for the new journey ??? @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/OdfdFeeOQ8— Umesh Yaadav (@y_umesh) June 10, 2019