Stuart Broad’s Narrow Escape: The Untold Story of Yuvraj Singh’s Six Sixes
On the 17th anniversary of Yuvraj Singh’s iconic six sixes in the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup, former England fast bowler Stuart Broad revealed a startling admission: he narrowly avoided conceding a no-ball that could have resulted in an unprecedented seven sixes in one over.
During a Sky Sports commentary, Broad shared his recollection of the historic moment. “I’ve never watched it back,” he confessed. “But, I must admit, I got lucky to get away with a no-ball there as well. It could have been seven.”
The match, played between India and England in Durban during the Super Eight stage, witnessed Yuvraj’s blistering assault on Broad in the 19th over. The left-hander smashed six consecutive sixes, propelling India to a formidable total of 218/4. Broad finished with figures of 0 for 60 in his four overs, but the final over remains etched in T20 cricket history.
Broad’s admission highlights the significance of the moment and his understanding of how close he came to conceding an unprecedented feat. “I’ve never seen that, no. Never watched it,” he said. “So, thank you for that opportunity 17 years on.”
Yuvraj’s blistering knock of 58 runs off just 16 balls played a pivotal role in India’s victory. Despite England’s valiant efforts, they fell short by 18 runs. India went on to win the inaugural T20 World Cup under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, with Yuvraj’s performance being one of the tournament’s defining moments.
Broad’s revelation adds a new layer to the already legendary tale of Yuvraj’s six sixes. It serves as a reminder of the fine margins that can shape sporting history and the importance of precision and execution in the fast-paced world of T20 cricket.
