Key Points

Yuvraj Singh hosted an emotional YouWeCan charity event in London with cricket legends showing solidarity. The cancer survivor thanked Sachin, Kohli and teammates for supporting his foundation's fight against the disease. He praised Shubman Gill's Test leadership and Akash Deep's performance amid personal struggles. The gala aimed to raise funds while honoring India's recent Test victory against England.

Key Points: Yuvraj Singh thanks Sachin Kohli for YouWeCan charity support in London

  • Yuvraj hosts star-studded YouWeCan charity gala in London
  • Sachin Kohli Pietersen show support for cancer initiative
  • Praises Shubman Gill's Test captaincy and batting form
  • Shares emotional moment with Akash Deep whose sister battles cancer
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Overwhelmed, humbled: Yuvraj Singh thanks cricketing legends for attending YouWeCan charity event in London

Yuvraj Singh expresses gratitude as Sachin, Kohli attend YouWeCan cancer charity gala in London, vows to keep fighting for warriors

"Overwhelmed, humbled and grateful beyond words! - Yuvraj Singh"

London, July 10

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh thanked former teammates, cricketing legends and his family for being a part of the special YouWeCan charity event in London on Tuesday hosted by him, saying that the he and his organisation would not "give up" in their collective battle against the life-threatening disease.

Yuvraj hosted a special YouWeCan charity event in London on Tuesday ahead of India's third Test at Lord's. The event saw the presence of Team India, cricketing legends Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Kevin Pietersen among others.

Taking to X, Yuvraj, who battled cancer back in 2011 and played the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup while battling, wrote, "Overwhelmed, humbled and grateful beyond words! To my friends, family, former teammates, legends of the game and the Indian cricket team, thank you for showing up with so much love and belief. I've lived through cancer. I know what it feels like to wake up unsure of your tomorrow- but I also know what hope looks like and it looks a lot like all of you! You've helped us keep our promise, to stand by cancer warriors in India who are still fighting, still hoping and still holding on. Thank you for walking this path with me! We will keep going, we will keep fighting and we will never give up. #YouWeCan #YWCGala @YOUWECAN."

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At the event, Yuvraj spoke to ANI about India's historic win, their first-ever, by 336 runs at Edgbaston in the second Test and skipper Shubman Gill's monstrous run at number four so far.

Gill sits at the top of the run charts in the series with 585 runs in two Tests, four innings at an average of 146.25 and an attacking strike rate of over 73, with three centuries and a marathon 269 (387 balls) at Edgbaston as his best score.On team India test captain Gill's performance,

Yuvraj told ANI, "Shubman Gill did amazing captaincy and batted really well. I am very proud of him and I am sure that his father will also be very proud...I am very impressed...I hope that he goes on to make a lot of centuries in international cricket."

On team India's performance in the second test match against England, Yuvraj said, "The overall performance of the Indian team was outstanding. Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep bowled amazingly. Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant batted well...I am also very happy for Akash Deep (who took a ten-fer) as his sister is recovering from cancer. I will give him a huge hug when I meet him."

About the event, the cricket legend told ANI, "It feels incredible as so many people have come to support me and the foundation, my friends and family, people who have seen me go through cancer...I hope that we can raise a million tonight, if not, we will keep on doing more good work."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Amazing to see cricket fraternity coming together for such noble cause. But why was this event in London? Would have been better to organize in India where more cancer patients need support.
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Sarah B
As someone who lost a parent to cancer, I'm deeply moved by Yuvraj's initiative. His personal journey makes this foundation so authentic. The way he mentioned Akash Deep's sister shows his genuine care for individuals.
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Arjun K
Sixer king now hitting cancer for six! � The way he played WC 2011 while undergoing treatment still gives me goosebumps. Hope #YouWeCan helps many more warriors like Yuvi.
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Kavya N
Beautiful to see cricket stars using their fame for social good. But I wish they'd highlight women cricketers' participation too. The women's team does so much charity work that goes unnoticed.
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Vikram M
Yuvi's journey from cancer survivor to helping others is what makes him a true champion. His foundation has helped over 50,000 patients so far - that's more impressive than any cricket record!

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