Yuvraj Singh

Date of Birth: December 12, 1981

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Yuvraj Singh, born on December 12, 1981, is an acclaimed former Indian cricketer known for his aggressive batting style and useful left-arm orthodox spin. His career spanned nearly two decades, during which he became one of the most celebrated athletes in Indian cricket history. Yuvraj first burst onto the international scene during the ICC KnockOut Trophy in 2000. He gained widespread recognition for his phenomenal performance in the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he was named Player of the Tournament. In the 2011 World Cup, he scored 362 runs and took 15 wickets, playing a pivotal role in India’s victory. Off the field, Yuvraj has been an inspirational figure, having successfully battled cancer and returned to international cricket. He retired from all forms of cricket in 2019 and has since been involved in various philanthropic activities, particularly through his foundation, YouWeCan, which focuses on cancer awareness and support.

5 Interesting Facts about Yuvraj Singh

1. Yuvraj Singh hit six sixes in a single over against England’s Stuart Broad during the 2007 ICC World Twenty20, becoming the first player to achieve this feat in T20 internationals.

2. He was awarded the Arjuna Award, India’s second-highest sporting award, in 2012.

3. Yuvraj has authored an autobiography titled “The Test of My Life: From Cricket to Cancer and Back.”

4. He was diagnosed with a rare form of lung cancer in 2011 but made a successful return to cricket after treatment.

5. Yuvraj Singh has appeared in Bollywood films, including a cameo in the movie “Jumbo.”