"India, Tu Toofan Macha": Yuvraj Singh Ahead Of India's Match Against Australia
Before India”s match against Australia in Chennai today in the ICC World Cup 2023, Yuvraj Singh, the former Indian left-handed middle-order batsman and right-arm medium pace bowler, expressed his belief that considering Team India’s recent performances, the team has emerged as potential champions.
Mr. Singh, renowned for his aggressive batting style, his ability to strike the ball long distances, and his deceptive bowling, remarked that Indian team members have displayed a strong intent to perform like champions.
“Seeing Team India’s recent performances, I can surely say that the team has emerged as Champions! The boys have shown great intent to perform under pressure. Looks like the TOOFAN won’t stop until the #CWC23 finals. It’s time. India, Tu Toofan Macha,” Yuvraj Singh posted on his X handle along with an advertisement of a product he is endorsing.
Seeing Team India’s recent performances, I can surely say that the team has emerged as Champions!
The boys have shown great intent to perform under pressure.
Looks like the TOOFAN won’t stop until the #CWC23 finals. It’s time.
India, Tu Toofan Macha.
#IndiaIndiaMacha… https://t.co/iCacPFhIPF— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) October 8, 2023
A member of India”s 2011 Cricket World Cup winning team, Yuvraj, recently reflected on the incredible journey the team had during the tournament, by saying that, “I can”t help but feel a rush of nostalgia.”
“The joy of representing our nation on home soil and bringing the World Cup home was a moment I”ll cherish forever. Now, it”s déjà vu as the World Cup returns to our cricket-crazy nation. The same love, the same passion, and the same expectations from a billion hearts. I”ve witnessed firsthand what it feels like to lift that trophy, and I want each one of you to experience that euphoria,” he wrote on his Instagram handle.
“It”s a journey of hard work, dedication, and teamwork, and I have full faith in our incredible Indian squad. Remember, the World Cup isn”t just about winning a title; it”s about making memories that last a lifetime. It”s about inspiring the next generation of cricketers, just as we were inspired by the legends before us. The entire nation stands firmly behind you, cheering for every run, every wicket, and every victory,” he said while asking the Team India to “Go out there, give it your all, and bring that trophy back home once more.”
Yuvraj made his international debut for India in 2000 and played 40 Tests, 304 ODIs, and 58 T20Is for the country. He had scored 1900 runs in Tests, 8701 runs in ODIs, and 1177 runs in T20Is. He also took 111 wickets in ODIs and 58 wickets in T20Is.
His achievements include 2002 NatWest Series final at Lord”s, 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 Cricket World Cup, Man of the Match in the 2011 Cricket World Cup final, ICC Player of the Year award (2011), Arjuna Award (2003) and Padma Shri (2009).
Yuvraj retired from international cricket in 2019. He continued to play domestic cricket for a few more years before retiring from all forms of cricket in 2021.
He is widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders of all time. He was a vital part of the Indian team that won the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 Cricket World Cup. He is also known for his courageous fight against cancer.
