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Yograj Singh has made a heartfelt plea to his old friend Kapil Dev. He believes Kapil's expertise is crucial for nurturing new fast bowlers. The call to action was extended to all former and current Indian cricketers. Yograj envisions an era of Indian cricket dominance if everyone contributes.

Key Points: Yograj Singh Urges Kapil Dev to Mentor Next Generation Cricketers

  • Yograj Singh recalls his deep childhood friendship with 1983 captain Kapil Dev
  • He praises Kapil's fearless playing style and profound cricket knowledge
  • Yograj advocates every cricketer should mentor at least one future player
  • He envisions an unbeatable Indian team if all legends contribute
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'Take this responsibility...': Yograj Singh advises Kapil Dev

Yuvraj Singh's father Yograj calls on 1983 World Cup legend Kapil Dev and all former players to groom new talent for Indian cricket's future dominance.

'Take this responsibility...': Yograj Singh advises Kapil Dev
"If each of them helps produce even a single player for India... no team will be able to defeat India. - Yograj Singh"

Chandigarh, Sep 22

Former India cricketer Yograj Singh, father of 2011 World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh and well-known for his bold remarks, has urged legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev to take on the responsibility of grooming the next generation of Indian cricketers.

In a candid interaction with IANS, Yograj recalled his long association with the 1983 World Cup-winning captain, describing Kapil as both a childhood friend and an extraordinary player.

“Kapil Dev was my childhood friend, and he was a truly great cricketer. Players like him are not born every day. He was fearless and brave. The way I know him, not even his own mother or family would know him, because we spent so much time together,” Yograj said.

He credited Kapil with having a rare and deep understanding of cricket. “How to bowl inside, how to bowl outside—he knows it all. I believe every cricketer, whether it’s Kapil Dev or anyone else, should help produce at least one player, one fast bowler for India. That alone would be like planting a tree in their name,” he explained.

“If you give to the nation, to the world—even if you go hungry yourself but feed someone else—then God opens treasures for you.”

The former cricketer further broadened his message, calling upon all Indian players, past and present, to contribute towards building the future of Indian cricket.

“It shouldn’t just be Kapil Dev. Every cricketer should take this responsibility. If each of them helps produce even a single player for India, then, by God’s grace, the country will have so many great cricketers that in the coming years, no team will be able to defeat India,” Yograj added.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While the sentiment is nice, shouldn't this be the BCCI's responsibility? They have the infrastructure and resources to systematically develop players.
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Priya S
Beautiful analogy about planting trees! If every senior player mentors one youngster, imagine the talent pool we'd have. Desh ke liye yeh bahut accha idea hai! 🌟
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Arjun K
Kapil Dev is already 65+ years old. Maybe we should look to younger retired players like Dhoni or Dravid who are already involved in coaching. They understand modern cricket better.
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Michael C
The part about "even if you go hungry but feed someone else" shows the selfless spirit Indian cricket needs. Great perspective from Yograj Singh!
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Neha E
Yograj Singh always speaks from the heart! His passion for cricket development is commendable. Hope Kapil Paaji considers this request seriously. 🏏
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Vikram M
Actually, many former players are already coaching at various levels. The system is working, but more structured programs would help. Good discussion starter though!

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