Yuvraj Singh Shares a Comical Anecdote from the 2007/08 Border-Gavaskar Series
In an engaging revelation, former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh recounted a humorous incident from the memorable 2007/08 Border-Gavaskar series, a tournament that is often remembered for its controversies, including the infamous ‘Monkeygate’ scandal. During his appearance on the Club Prairie Fire podcast, Yuvraj provided listeners with an amusing glimpse into his personal life during that period.
A Romantic Distraction in Australia
At that time, Yuvraj was romantically involved with an actress who was working in Australia. Although he chose not to disclose her name, he described her as someone very talented and well-established in her career. ”She was filming in Adelaide,” he noted. Despite his desire to focus solely on cricket and avoid distractions by asking her not to visit him during the tour, she decided to surprise him by traveling to Canberra.
“I told her I needed some space because of my commitments on this tour,” Yuvraj recalled. “But she took a bus all the way to Canberra just to see me.” Unfortunately for him, this unexpected visit coincided with two matches where he struggled at bat.
An Unexpected Fashion Statement
The story took a light-hearted turn when Yuvraj mentioned how his girlfriend had packed for him without considering his preferences. “I woke up one morning and realized my shoes were missing,” he explained. When questioned about their whereabouts, she casually replied that she had packed them away and suggested he wear her pink slip-ons instead.
This led to an amusing situation where Yuvraj found himself donning bright pink footwear while heading out for travel—a sight that drew laughter from his teammates as they witnessed him trying unsuccessfully to conceal them. “I had no choice but to wear those pink slip-ons until I could buy some flip-flops at the airport,” he chuckled while sharing this anecdote.
Curiosity Among Fans
Yuvraj’s entertaining tale has undoubtedly piqued interest among cricket enthusiasts who are eager for more insights into both his professional journey and personal experiences—despite him opting not to reveal any further details about his actress girlfriend.
Recognition by Club Prairie Fire
In addition to sharing this delightful story, it’s worth noting that Yuvraj Singh has recently been honored as a Life-Time Member of Club Prairie Fire—a testament not only to his contributions on the field but also reflecting how much he’s cherished within cricketing circles today.
