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Kuldeep Yadav, the young Indian cricket sensation who just guided his team to victory in the T20 World Cup 2024, had also proven himself to be a football aficionado with a keen eye for the game. In a recent interview, the left-arm wrist spinner shared his thoughts on the highly anticipated UEFA Euro 2024 final between Spain and England.
Kuldeep Yadav’s football nerd speaks
Yadav believed that Spain would emerge victorious in the final, predicting a 2-1 scoreline in favour of the Spanish. “I think Spain will go past England with a 2-1 scoreline,” he said in an interview to Sony Sports Network.
“The 29-year-old cricketer has been closely following the Euros and has been particularly impressed by the performances of Spain’s teenage sensation, Lamine Yamal.
Yadav believes that Yamal’s emergence as a key player for the Spanish national team has been a revelation. “Yamal is a special talent, no doubt about it; he’s been tearing it up at the Euros, and I can see why people are drawing comparisons to Lionel Messi. But it’s important not to put too much pressure on him—he’s still just a kid, and he’s got a long way to go before he reaches that level,” Yadav stated.
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One champion predicts another! 🙌 🏆🏆@imkuldeep18 was on point at the #EURO2024 final👌#SonySportsNetwork #ESPENG pic.twitter.com/o9Dbf00Teg
— Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) July 15, 2024
Yadav’s dominant form for the T20 World Cup champions
Yadav, who has been in scintillating form for the Indian cricket team, played a pivotal role in their triumph at the T20 World Cup 2024. The left-arm wrist spinner was instrumental in India’s success, taking 10 wickets in the tournament at an average of just 13.90.
Yadav’s performances were particularly impressive in the knockout stages, where he consistently outfoxed the opposition batters with his variations and guile. In the semi-final against England, the 29-year-old picked up three crucial wickets to help India secure a comfortable victory and book their place in the final.
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In the final against South Africa, Yadav was not able to produce his magic in his four overs but was a handy customer during the early stages of the tournament. His ability to pick up wickets at crucial junctures and keep the run rate in check was a major factor in India’s triumph.
Yadav’s success at the T20 World Cup has cemented his place as one of the premier spinners in world cricket. His ability to adapt to different conditions and his consistent performances have made him an indispensable part of the Indian team across all formats.
As the Kanpur lad prepares to lead India’s charge in the upcoming bilateral series, his insights into the Euro 2024 final showcase his deep understanding of the beautiful game. With his form and performances reaching new heights, Yadav’s football expertise has added another dimension to his growing reputation as a true all-round sportsman.
