Yuvraj Singh, the legendary Indian all-rounder, recently graced the renowned podcast Club Prairie Fire, hosted by Michael Vaughan and Adam Gilchrist. During the engaging conversation, Yuvraj shared captivating stories and insights from his illustrious career and personal life.
One of the most intriguing moments came when Yuvraj was asked to make a difficult choice: playing, selling, or benching three of India’s most iconic cricketers – Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and MS Dhoni. Vaughan had earlier expressed his preference for trading Kohli due to his lack of success in leading a team to an IPL title.
Yuvraj, known for his quick wit and diplomatic nature, responded with a clever solution. “As a player, I would go for Rohit Sharma if it’s T20 cricket. He is an outstanding captain and someone who can change the game with his batting for sure, he will be my first choice,” Yuvraj said.
When asked to choose between benching Dhoni or Kohli, Yuvraj opted for a humorous approach. “I would bench myself as naming one between Virat and Dhoni would be in the headlines. I don’t want that to happen,” he added.
Yuvraj also recalled a memorable incident involving England’s Andrew Flintoff during the 2007 T20 World Cup. Flintoff had provoked Yuvraj after he hit a couple of boundaries off his bowling. “Freddie bowled two good balls, he bowled a length ball, which went for a boundary, and a good yorker, which I was hit over the point. When I was walking after taking a single, he said, “F… shit shots,” Yuvraj said.
Flintoff’s continued provocation led to an altercation between the two, forcing the umpire to intervene. “He repeated that on my face. I walked towards him; he kind of spat on me. I showed him my bat, saying that you know where it’s going to go. It went worse after that. Then the umpire came in,” Yuvraj added.
Yuvraj’s appearance on Club Prairie Fire provided a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of cricket’s most beloved and enigmatic figures. His candid stories and witty remarks showcased his unique personality and the enduring legacy he has left on the game.
