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In a scene reminiscent of his glorious past, veteran all-rounder Yuvraj Singh rolled back the years with a breathtaking knock to propel India Champions into the final of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2024.
Dominant Yuvraj Singh punishes Australia Champions
Batting first after losing the toss, the India Champions were looking shaky at 56-2 in the fourth over. That’s when Yuvraj Singh, the captain, stepped into the crease, reminding everyone why he’s a legend. He unleashed a whirlwind innings of 59 runs off just 28 deliveries, peppering the County Ground, Northampton with 4 fours and 5 towering sixes.
Yuvraj’s knock takes the game away from Australia Champions
The left-handed batsman took a particular liking to the bowling of Peter Siddle, Xavier Doherty and Ben Laughlin, dispatching them mercilessly. His aggressive knock propelled the India Champions’ score past the 150-run mark in just 14 overs, laying a solid foundation for a big total.
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Riding on Yuvraj’s heroics and contributions from Robin Uthappa (65 off 35), Yusuf Pathan (51 not out off 23) and Irfan Pathan (50 off 19), the India Champions reached a formidable total of 254/6 in their 20 overs. The bowling attack, spearheaded by Dhawal Kulkarni (2/43), then restricted the Australia Champions to 168/7, securing a convincing 86-run victory.
Yuvraj’s knock evokes memories of past glory
Yuvraj’s innings was a nostalgic trip down memory lane for cricket fans across the globe. His signature stroke-making and fearless approach brought back memories of his match-winning performances in major tournaments. This knock also emphasized his remarkable record against Australia in knockout matches.
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2000, 2007, 2011 and now 2024 🚀
Yuvi keeps his date with the Aussies in the Knockouts! 👊🏽#WCLonFanCode @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/tjqtJJhnH4
— FanCode (@FanCode) July 12, 2024
India Champions gear up for WCL 2024 final
With this victory, the India Champions have booked their spot in the WCL 2024 final against Pakistan Champions. The Men in Blue will be looking to cap off a remarkable tournament with a championship win. Yuvraj’s resurgence has undoubtedly boosted the team’s morale, making them a strong contender for the title.
