Yuvraj Singh, also called the “Sixer King,” is known for his determination, passion, and amazing talent in Indian cricket. With his powerful batting and game-changing performances, he has created records that are unforgettable. On his birthday, let’s look at 10 of his greatest achievements that show his incredible career.
10. Fastest T20 Fifty in History
Yuvraj’s famous 12-ball fifty against England in the 2007 T20 World Cup is still a record. In this amazing innings, he hit six sixes in one over against Stuart Broad, which fans will never forget.
9. Six Sixes in an Over
An angry Yuvraj Singh made history by hitting six sixes in a row in one over, leaving bowler Stuart Broad disappointed. This moment is remembered as one of the greatest in cricket history.
8. Player of the Tournament in 2011 World Cup
Yuvraj’s outstanding performance in the 2011 ICC World Cup, scoring 362 runs and taking 15 wickets, won him the Player of the Tournament award and made him a global cricket star.
7. Most Man of The Match Awards In a Single World Cup
In the 2011 World Cup, Yuvraj Singh won four Man of the Match awards, sharing this record with legends Aravinda de Silva and Lance Klusener.
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6. First Player With The Fifer And a Fifty in World Cup Match
In the 2011 World Cup match against Ireland, Yuvraj achieved a historic milestone by scoring a half-century and taking five wickets in the same game, showing his incredible all-round skills.
5. Only One player to Win Most in both U19 and Senior World Cup
Yuvraj showed his talent early by winning the Player of the Tournament award in the 2000 U19 World Cup. He did it again 11 years later in the biggest event of cricket, the 50-over World Cup.
4. Most Expensive IPL Player Ever at Action
In 2015, Yuvraj grabbed attention when Delhi Daredevils (now called Delhi Capitals) bought him for ₹16 crores, making him the highest-paid player in IPL auction history at that time.
3. Two Hat-Tricks in a Single IPL Season
Yuvraj showed his skills as a bowler by taking two hat-tricks in the 2009 IPL, a record that has never been matched in the tournament, proving he could deliver surprises.
2. Joint Second- Highest Fourth- Wicket Partnership on ODIs
Yuvraj and MS Dhoni formed a strong partnership of 256 runs against England in 2017. They helped India recover from a difficult situation and proved Yuvraj’s reputation as a reliable match-winner.
1. First Indian To Score 300+Runs and Take 15 Wickets in a World Cup
Yuvraj’s performance in the 2011 World Cup is unmatched. He became the first all-rounder to score runs and take wickets in the way he did during the tournament.
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