Nationality: England
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1996-01-18 Age: 29

Yadvinder Singh, born on January 18, 1996, in the bustling city of Chandigarh, India, embarked on his cricketing journey amidst dusty local grounds and fervent neighbourhood matches. Right from a young age, Yadvinder demonstrated a natural flair for both batting and bowling, a dual skill that soon set him apart. It wasn’t long before he was spotted by local coaches, his tenacity leading him to represent Chandigarh at various age-group levels.
Yadvinder's big break came during a regional tournament at the age of 18, where his all-round prowess caught the eye of national selectors. As a right-handed batsman, Yadvinder displayed an aggressive style, blending technical precision with an audacious array of strokes. His right-arm fast-medium bowling was no less impressive, known for its subtle variations and ability to exploit irregular bounce, traits that perfectly suited his attacking mindset.
His professional debut came in 2016, a moment marked by an electrifying performance where he smashed a half-century and claimed three wickets against a formidable opponent. This debut set the tone for a career filled with remarkable performances. Among his crowning achievements, Yadvinder played a pivotal role in leading his team to victory in the prestigious Ranji Trophy final, turning the match in his side’s favour with an unbeaten century and a decisive four-wicket haul.
Yadvinder's career is further defined by legendary tussles, notably against the neighbouring Punjab side. Matches against Punjab often saw him playing his best cricket, once top-scoring with a fearless century under floodlights, adding layers to a fierce north-Indian rivalry. His rivalry with Punjab's ace pace bowler became the stuff of folklore, generating memorable duels that thrilled fans and solidified his reputation as a big-match player.
A career peppered with highlights, it also boasts an unforgettable performance in an international T20 series, where a last-over hat-trick by Yadvinder swung the series in his team's favour. It was moments like these, seasoned with an unyielding spirit and relentless drive, that underscored his impact on the game.
Yadvinder Singh continues to inspire budding cricketers, his journey from local grounds to national stardom serving as a testament to what sheer grit and unwavering dedication can achieve. His story remains an enduring narrative of triumph, etched in the annals of cricketing history.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4day | 1 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 7.00 | 23 | 60.87 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4day | 1 | 2 | 4 | 146 | 27.3 | 36.50 | 5.35 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2024-05-20