Yuvraj Singh”s retirement announcement left everyone depressed as one of the most celebrated members of the Indian side is bringing down curtains without even a farewell game. Yuvi announced his decision during a press meet arranged at Mumbai today. Videos showing a glimpse of his young days and his dedication towards the gentleman”s game made the fans emotional and the 37-year old said that time has come to “move – on”.
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The entire social media couldn”t take this news and have started sharing their disappointment on the same. Many experts, analysts and former cricketers are congratulating him on such an illustrious career and wishes him the best for future endeavors. Virender Sehwag, Praveen Kumar, Mohammed Kaif and many other fan clubs have already started sharing their memorable pictures with the Indian middle order legend.
Yuvraj Singh Brings down curtains on his International career
On his post-retirement plans, he said that his focus now is primarily on his foundation YWC (You We Can), an organization which is striving towards spreading the cancer awareness among youngsters and how to prevent it before further stages.
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On his retirement note, Yuvi thanked everyone who stood by his side throughout his career. Thanking also the captains he had played under, he spoke on the memorable games he will take from his career. Yuvi openly admitted to the fact that his performance in 2014 World T20 final costed the game but the comeback he made in 2016 against the Aussies gave him back the positivity he used to have before.
The following tweets are currently trending on social media:
What a fantastic career you have had Yuvi.
You have come out as a true champ everytime the team needed you. The fight you put up through all the ups & downs on & off the field is just amazing. Best of luck for your 2nd innings & thanks for all that you have done for 🇮🇳 Cricket.🙌 pic.twitter.com/J9YlPs87fv— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 10, 2019
Players will come and go,but players like @YUVSTRONG12 are very rare to find. Gone through many difficult times but thrashed disease,thrashed bowlers & won hearts. Inspired so many people with his fight & will-power. Wish you the best in life,Yuvi #YuvrajSingh. Best wishes always pic.twitter.com/sUNAoTyNa8
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 10, 2019
One of the greatest match-winners in the history of the game,a fighter who built an extraordinary career through difficult challenges & came out a winner every time-We all are so proud of you #YuvrajSingh , u can be very proud of what u have you done for our country @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/w4wUe31De0
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) June 10, 2019
The man who starred in India's 2007 World T20 and 2011 World Cup victories, @YUVSTRONG12 announces his retirement from International cricket.
What's your favourite #YuvrajSingh moment in international cricket? pic.twitter.com/7Bw5LnwOFG
— BCCI (@BCCI) June 10, 2019
A brother. A mentor. A fighter. A LEGEND of the game and a Superb human being 🙌🏻 Wish you the very best in your journey ahead @YUVSTRONG12 🤗 May the innings ahead be as killer as you 😎✌🏻 pic.twitter.com/sTZ6MdZGoe
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) June 10, 2019
One of the most talented Indian batsmen…one of the biggest match-winners. Go well, Yuvraj Singh. May your second innings be as swashbuckling as the first one☺️🤗 #ThankYouYuvi
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) June 10, 2019
Congratulations on a wonderful career playing for the country paji. You gave us so many memories and victories and I wish you the best for life and everything ahead. Absolute champion. @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/LXSWNSQXog
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 10, 2019
Thank you for the service you have done to Indian cricket. A true champion who carried himself with decorum at all times. You made memories on the field and off which we as Indian fans shall always cherish. It’s Time.. #Yuvrajsingh #YuvrajSinghRetires #jerseyno12 pic.twitter.com/3Iu11LjegP
— ANGAD BEDI (@Imangadbedi) June 10, 2019
Yuvi can. Yuvi did. Always.
Thank you, champion. International Cricket will miss a match winner like you 💙💙💙#OneFamily #CricketMeriJaan #SteppingOut #YuvrajSingh @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/xetSR10fE7
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) June 10, 2019
6️⃣6️⃣6️⃣6️⃣6️⃣6️⃣ 😭@YUVSTRONG12, Indian cricket will miss your services. Thank you for the endless memories. 🇮🇳♥️#YuvrajSingh #HappyRetirement
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) June 10, 2019
That NatWest series final, those six sixes, and the World Cup! Etched in my memory forever. Thank you for the advice, support, and above all, the inspiration @YUVSTRONG12 You will be missed. #YuvrajSingh pic.twitter.com/MfTWYPA01B
— Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) June 10, 2019
Congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 pa on an extraordinary journey and outstanding cricketing career. Wishing you well always! #YuvrajSingh pic.twitter.com/CXmYxhxr2u
— Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) June 10, 2019
Yuvraj Singh holds the distinction of being the only player to:
– Win the World Cup, T20 World Cup and U19 CWC
– To score 50+ in knockouts of all three World Cups.#ThankYouYuvraj— Sampath Bandarupalli (@SampathStats) June 10, 2019
Yuvraj Singh, one of India’s greatest ODI cricketers of all time, announces his international retirement!
It’s been a pleasure watching you take the field all these years, Yuvi! Thank you for the countless memories 👏👏#YuvrajSingh #ThisIsNewDelhi #DelhiCapitals @YUVSTRONG12
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) June 10, 2019
Many congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 !! Your career and journey is inspiration to every young cricketer !! Fight against all odds and make it happen! One of the most decorated and celebrated Cricketers all time, your swag and sixes will be missed !! #YuvrajSingh #Yuvrajsinghretires
— Mikkhail Vaswani (@MikkhailVaswani) June 10, 2019
I would always be asked this question..who are your favourite cricketers n One of the names in my reply would always b ur name @YUVSTRONG12 …that’s never going to change ..The life n times of @YUVSTRONG12 …you will always b missed but never forgotten our friend our hero…❤️ pic.twitter.com/9353zv0miI
— Neha Dhupia (@NehaDhupia) June 10, 2019
6 sixes in an over ✅
World Cup winner ✅
A true champion ✅A true legend bids adieu to the game! 🇮🇳
PC: ESPNcricinfo #YuvrajSingh #Legend pic.twitter.com/GRVKyxt6o7
— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) June 10, 2019
From being a young talented cricketer in Chandigarh to being India’s match winner; it’s been a long, long journey. @YUVSTRONG12 Thanks for all the entertainment you brought with your match winning performances and wishing you the best in life. #YuvrajSingh
— Anjum Chopra (@chopraanjum) June 10, 2019
And #YuvrajSingh finishes things off in style!
The curtains come down on a remarkable career 🙌#ThankYouYuvraj #OrangeArmy #RiseWithUs @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/AHFtW9AHsq
— SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) June 10, 2019
.@YUVSTRONG12, you are STRONG, but the whole of India feels a little weak at the moment! 😢
You won't just be missed, you will be fondly remembered for as long as India breathes cricket. 🇮🇳💙#ThankYouYuvi #YuvrajSingh #SPNSports pic.twitter.com/6BfP3gM2BQ
— Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) June 10, 2019
One of the finest left hand batsmen in #Indian cricket to have played white-ball cricket #YuvrajSingh aka @YUVSTRONG12, announced his retirement from international cricket and all formats of the game. Thank U sir for your all round display. pic.twitter.com/T91Uj9D2NA
— Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) June 10, 2019
India Cannot Have Another Player Like u @YUVSTRONG12 Paji..God Bless u always ..I am Lucky to have Shared the Dressing Room with u..Indian Cricket is Gng to Miss u Legend pic.twitter.com/vbGvRadOgt
— Gitansh Khera (@Gitanshkhera) June 10, 2019
My best wishes to #YuvrajSingh @YUVSTRONG12 who has announced his retirement from international cricket. The world of cricket shall always remember him as a fighter, both on and off the field. He will continue to inspire our young generation with his tremendous will power.
— Rajat Sharma (@RajatSharmaLive) June 10, 2019
#batting #bowling #health #fun Uve been a champ in all de fronts.. all de best for everything @YUVSTRONG12 .. thxx for so many amazing memories.. pic.twitter.com/a9E6aWJbd5
— Aamir Ali (@ali_aamir) June 10, 2019
You have been an inspiration, mentor and leader to me. I find myself very fortunate to have had the ability to meet a gem like you and also play in the same team with you. Congratulations on your great career. Thank You for everything And All the best for the future @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/O6KF8sdyTh
— Sandeep sharma (@sandeep25a) June 10, 2019
To one of the Best Players India has ever produced, a World Cup Winner, a Cancer Survivor, a True Champion and an Inspiration. Thank You for the memories Yuvi Paa pic.twitter.com/svU9c9NHoz
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) June 10, 2019
Congrats👏👏 Yuvi for completing amazing 2 decade long career n part of 2 World Cup triumphs. You always been a fighter on & off the field. You inspired millions. All the best Champion for future 👍👍 !! #ajayratra #yuvrajsingh #retirement #bcci @BCCI @12Yuvisofficial pic.twitter.com/Fi9Ub2wCub
— Ajay Ratra (@ajratra) June 10, 2019
🇮🇳💪 FIRST GLIMPSE OF YUVI | The 2002 NatWest final partnership with Mohammed Kaif brought @YUVSTRONG12 to the limelight. And there was no turning back!#thankyouyuvi #thankyouyuvraj #yuvrajsingh #teamindia #Bharatarmy #COTI #cwc19 #indiancricket pic.twitter.com/cQm2flu1qN
— The Bharat Army (@thebharatarmy) June 10, 2019
Congratulations on a wonderful career Yuvi bhai. I feel so lucky to have shared the dressing room with you. You gave us so many victories and made us all so proud. You’re a true legend. Will see you soon @indiancricketteam @BCCI@YUVSTRONG12 @DelhiCapitals
#missyou #star #india pic.twitter.com/qWVALQoVvv— Amit Mishra (@MishiAmit) June 10, 2019
3️⃣9️⃣9️⃣ India caps
1️⃣7️⃣ international hundreds
6️⃣ sixes in an over
🏆 Player of the Tournament at #CWC11Thank you, Yuvraj Singh! pic.twitter.com/cG5f4Y4r0B
— ICC (@ICC) June 10, 2019
@YUVSTRONG12 congratulations on a fantastic career , brother ! To great times ahead . All the best brothaman!! pic.twitter.com/XzGEGFB5O9
— Rohan Gavaskar (@rohangava9) June 10, 2019
Congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 for an outstanding career. I admire your fighting spirit. No cricket fan can forget the 6 x 6s in the 2007 T20 CWC and your instrumental role in winning the 2011 CWC for the country. Wish you the very best!
— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) June 10, 2019
Your 1st innings in Intl cricket was along side me & to have seen you grow into one of India's finest ever players was just amazing.
Your career is an example for every young kid and I wish everyone looks up to you for inspiration.
Best wishes for your life ahead, @YUVSTRONG12. pic.twitter.com/Bj3E9bcfpA— Vinod Kambli (@vinodkambli349) June 10, 2019
Congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 wonderful career full of amazing highs, pleasure to share #IPL2016 with you! #Champion #GameChanger https://t.co/1ePbmh5Dpc
— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) June 10, 2019
End of an era! Yuvi pa, ur ability with the bat, the glorious 6s, the impeccable catches & the good times we've had, will be missed beyond years. The class & grit u brought to the field will be an inspiration forever. Thank u, @YUVSTRONG12 Have an equally remarkable 2nd innings! pic.twitter.com/ZWNeC9WkZL
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) June 10, 2019
Dear @YUVSTRONG12 .A heartbreaking brave decision.entertained us with ur brilliant innings always.Made India proud,true son of the soil,won for us,6 sixes,T-20 WC against England,is etched in our minds https://t.co/WD4hOSAYgo wishes for your futureendeavours.#YuvrajSinghretires
— Raveena Tandon (@TandonRaveena) June 10, 2019
Thank you, @YUVSTRONG12, you have been excellent to the game of Cricket. You will be missed on the FIELD. #YuvrajSingh
— Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) (@MumbaiCricAssoc) June 10, 2019
A brother. A mentor. A fighter. A LEGEND of the game and a Superb human being 🙌🏻 Wish you the very best in your journey ahead @YUVSTRONG12 🤗 May the innings ahead be as killer as you 😎✌🏻 pic.twitter.com/sTZ6MdZGoe
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) June 10, 2019
This day will never happen again cause natural talent like @YUVSTRONG12 will never b born again … will miss u Yuvi … thank u 🙏🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/Drpbk2Aapo
— Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) June 10, 2019
Congratulations on a brilliant career mate @BCCI, @cricketworldcup winner ,Man of the tournament 2011 World Cup, six6's!! Will we see him as a global t20 player? Who would like him to play @NatWestBlastT20 and hundred100 next year? @ECB_cricket @toisports @NewsNationTV #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/udfhhxES4g
— Monty Panesar (@MontyPanesar) June 10, 2019
Happy retirement, Pie Chucker. A quite remarkable career with plenty highs and some pretty brutal lows. You showed resilience, courage & pure brilliance throughout your time wearing blue!
Love ya, @YUVSTRONG12!
— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) June 10, 2019
If ther6 is a hum6n f6rm to the w6rds nev6r say nev6r, it's him! #WhistlePodu #ThankYouYuvi 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/bmC0mJX6TO
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) June 10, 2019
Thank you jersey no 12… what an innings🙏#Yuvrajsingh #YuvrajSinghRetires #itstime pic.twitter.com/OGkwCKTO8C
— ANGAD BEDI (@Imangadbedi) June 10, 2019
#Congrats @YUVSTRONG12 bhaii .you was phenomenal throughout you extremely beautiful journey. You taught us how to perform like a king. No 1 in india cannot forget your insane six sixes. it was honour to share dressing room with you..best wishes #kingyuvraj #kingsneverdie 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/RKiu2LPDEy
— praveen kumar (@praveenkumar) June 10, 2019
My heart stopped 4 a bit after learnin about ur retirement @YUVSTRONG12 PaaG.Wish u a had better treatment during ur last phase of ur career,but never d less thank u 4 ur contributions 2 Indian Cricket.Wat an inspirational figure u r,I guess u won’t even know it.God bless always. pic.twitter.com/0XYl0jStK8
— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj) June 10, 2019
It’s been an absolute pleasure playing with Yuvi. You will go down as one of the greatest players in the history of the game. You have been an inspiration to us with your resilience,determination & above all the love & passion you showed towards the game. Good luck @YUVSTRONG12 ! pic.twitter.com/vlXUdkgJSz
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) June 10, 2019
The man who fought obstacles on and off the field. You are more than just 6 sixes and World Cups. ♥
We are not crying, YOU ARE! 😔#ThankYouYuvraj #YuvrajSingh #SaddaPunjab @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/2aHXoABFrd
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) June 10, 2019
@YUVSTRONG12 congrats bud on a brilliant career! You have entertained us for years… never forget your 2011 World Cup! By gee you could really light up a Stadium! Not many players did that! 👏🏻👏🏻
— Dean Jones AM (@ProfDeano) June 10, 2019
https://twitter.com/shaun_tait32/status/1138018570267271168
#YuvrajSingh Forever pic.twitter.com/ZfH9PZ3VpN
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) June 10, 2019
Well done yuvipa..you are a legend on and off the field…#fighter #inspiration #friend …I m sure 2nd inning will be even more successful..good things happens to good people…@YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/UH4P2Rmalg
— parthiv patel (@parthiv9) June 10, 2019
6️⃣ 6️⃣ 6️⃣ 6️⃣ 6️⃣ 6️⃣
Wishing Yuvraj Singh a happy retirement from international cricket ✊ pic.twitter.com/Te0duzjlA0
— T20 World Cup (@T20WorldCup) June 10, 2019
Congratulations on a great career Yuvi pa. You will remain one of my favourites always !! Cheers to a happy life ahead .. @YUVSTRONG12 #LEGEND.. https://t.co/YunjOLy4sM
— Murali Vijay (@mvj888) June 10, 2019
My Warrior Prince – A true fighter on and off the field.. your stories will forever live on.. love always brother @YUVSTRONG12 #sixerking #Brother ❤️❤️❤️❤️🤗🤗 #Legend pic.twitter.com/YN7580q8bY
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) June 10, 2019
.@YUVSTRONG12 you've been one of our finest southpaws and I enjoyed playing alongside you. Good luck bro for the life after retirement. It’s exciting too😌 pic.twitter.com/mg2gUZ44OP
— R P Singh रुद्र प्रताप सिंह (@rpsingh) June 10, 2019
Enjoy retirement Legend @YUVSTRONG12 🙌🏻 🏏 https://t.co/JM3Wgy3G24
— Stuart Broad (@StuartBroad8) June 10, 2019
