Archive · 18 Jul 2025
Kirsten on Yuvraj's 2011 WC Selection: A Close Call
Before the 2011 World Cup, the selection committee considered whether to include Yuvraj Singh in the team.
Coach Gary Kirsten and captain MS Dhoni backed Yuvraj due to his experience.
Yuvraj was later diagnosed with cancer.
He performed well and was named the best player of the tournament, scoring many runs and taking wickets.
Kirsten, reflecting on the close call, mentioned that Yuvraj was an essential player for the team.
Selectors debated Yuvraj Singh's inclusion in the 2011 World Cup squad.
Coach Gary Kirsten and captain MS Dhoni strongly supported Yuvraj's selection.
Yuvraj was named Player of the Tournament.
He scored 362 runs and took 15 wickets.
Kirsten highlighted Yuvraj's experience as a key factor.
- Who
- Gary Kirsten, MS Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh, and the selectors.
- What
- The debate over Yuvraj Singh's selection for the 2011 World Cup and his subsequent performance.
- When
- Before and during the 2011 ODI World Cup.
- Where
- India, during the 2011 ODI World Cup.
- Why
- Kirsten and Dhoni wanted Yuvraj for his experience.
BCCI Selectors
Kirsten and Dhoni
Selection Debate
BCCI Selectors
Debated Yuvraj's inclusion.
Kirsten and Dhoni
Kirsten and Dhoni supported his selection.
- Tournament
- 2011 ODI World Cup
- Player of the Tournament
- Yuvraj Singh
- Yuvraj's Runs
- 362
- Yuvraj's Wickets
- 15
- Coach
- Gary Kirsten
- Captain
- MS Dhoni
Sources
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