Yuvraj Singh Aiming for Return for Australian Tour

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011 at 2:57 am , filed under News by Culbert Monte

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"Yuvraj Singh" Indian all-rounder, Yuvraj Singh, who has been out of cricket, due to non-malignant tumor in his lung is aiming for quick comeback for the Australian ODI Commonwealth Bank series in Australia in 2012.

“I’m getting ready to play again. I am targeting the ODI series in Australia,” Yuvraj told the media reporters on the sidelines of a promotional event.

The Chandigarh all-rounder, who was adjudged as the Man of the Tournament for the ICC World Cup 2011, jointly hosted by India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, was diagnosed with a non-malignant tumour in his left lung last month. Due to the tumour, the middle-order mainstay of India opted out of the recently concluded five-match home ODI series against West Indies. He was also not picked for the Test leg of the upcoming Australia tour for the same reason.

When asked whether he had some disappointment at being unable to make the Australia squad, Yuvraj said, “No I’m not disappointed. For me health is more important.”

Reminiscing the ordeal, Yuvraj said that it was a tough period for him and his family. The left-hander also acknowledged the support of his mother, Mrs. Shabnam Singh.

“It was a very difficult time. It was a crucial period for me and my family when I learnt about the tumour. My mother supported me a lot during my recovery,” said Yuvi, who is celebrating his 30th birthday today.

“I didn’t reveal about the diagnosis earlier as I did not want any extra attention from the media and the people,” he further added.

India is scheduled to play four Tests and two T20 Internationals against Australia, in Australia this summer. The Test and T20 series will be followed by a tri-nation ODI series featuring India, Australia and Sri Lanka.

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