365Telugu.com online news,July,19th 2025:In a surprising revelation, former India head coach Gary Kirsten shared that Yuvraj Singh’s spot in the 2011 World Cup squad was in serious doubt due to concerns over his form and fitness in the lead-up to the tournament.

Speaking in a recent interview, Kirsten explained that Yuvraj’s selection was intensely debated within the team management. “It was very close. He was almost left out,” said Kirsten. “But both MS Dhoni and I were firm—we believed in his match-winning potential.”

That faith proved to be a masterstroke. Yuvraj went on to become the Player of the Tournament, scoring 362 runs and taking 15 wickets, playing a vital role in guiding India to their historic World Cup victory on home soil.

Kirsten also credited Paddy Upton, the team’s mental conditioning coach, for helping Yuvraj stay focused and motivated. He praised Yuvraj’s discipline, mindset, and key personal decisions leading into the tournament that shaped one of the finest all-round performances in World Cup history.