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Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh had a standout performance in the recently concluded World Championship of Legends (WCL) final between India Champions and Pakistan Champions at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Under Yuvraj’s leadership, India secured a remarkable five-wicket victory, clinching the prestigious title.
Key contributors to India’s triumph
Anureet Singh and Ambati Rayudu played crucial roles in India’s impressive win against their arch-rivals. Anureet shone with the ball, claiming three wickets and helping to restrict Pakistan to 156/6 in their 20 overs. All-rounder Irfan Pathan w🌳as the most economical bowler, concedin♏g only 12 runs in 3 overs while also taking a wicket.
In their chase, India Champions won with 5 balls to spare and 5 wickets in hand. Rayudu’s match-winning innings of 50 runs from 30 balls, featuring 5 fours and 2 sixes, was instrumental. Yusuf Pathan also contributed with a swift 30 runs from 16 balls, leading India Champions to victory.
Yuvraj Singh’s all-time XI feature many legends
Following the match, Yuvraj Singh was asked to reꦰveal his all-time XI. The legendary cricketer, known for his illustrio💝us career, made several notable selections for his dream team.
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Yuvraj began with Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting as the openers. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were placed in the No. 3 and No. 4 slots, respectively. Former South African captain AB de Villiers was chosen for No. 5, with Australian icon Adam Gilchrist serving as the dedicated wicket-keeper at No. 6.
At No. 7, Yuvraj selected the legendary Shane Warne, followed by Muttiah Muralitharan at No. 8. For the fast-bowling department, Yuvraj picked Glenn McGrath and Wasim Akram for the No. 9 and No. 10 positions. Former English all-rounder Andrew Flintoff was chosen for No. 11. When asked about the No. 12 ✃player, he humorously chose himself for the spot.
Yuvraj Singh’s all-time XI
Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, Adam Gilchrist (wk), A♑ndre Flintoff, Shane Warne, Muttiah Muralitharan, Glenn McGrath, Wasim Akram. Yuv꧑raj Singh (12th man)