Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni Were Backstabbers: Yograj Singh

For fans, Yuvraj Singh's career is defined by towering sixes, match-winning knocks, and the unforgettable sight of him powering India to World Cup glory in 2011. But behind those triumphs lies a story often told by his father, Yograj Singh-a story of strained friendships, insecurities, and lost opportunities.

Yograj's words are rarely soft. In his latest remarks, he claimed that Sachin Tendulkar was Yuvraj's only true friend in Indian cricket. Others, including Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, he branded as "backstabbers," men who feared Yuvraj's ability to outshine them. "In the world of success, money and glory, there are no friends," Yograj said. "People were scared of Yuvraj Singh because they thought he would take their place."

A Career of Highs

Such allegations stand in stark contrast to the brilliance of Yuvraj's record. From 2000 to 2017, he scored more than 11,000 international runs, hit 17 centuries, and helped India win three ICC trophies. The six consecutive sixes against Stuart Broad in 2007 made him a global star; the 2011 World Cup, where he dominated with bat and ball despite battling illness, made him a legend.

The Other Side

Yet Yograj insists his son's career ended too soon, shaped by pressures beyond the cricket pitch. He has repeatedly accused teammates and leadership groups of sidelining Yuvraj at key moments. Whether those claims hold truth or not, they add another layer to the narrative of a cricketer who gave everything to the game but often found himself at the center of controversy.

The Lasting Image

What remains undisputed is Yuvraj Singh's impact. His sixes in Durban, his warrior-like campaign in 2011, and his resilience through illness are etched permanently in Indian cricket history. The debates around dressing-room politics may continue, but Yuvraj's legacy is already written-in runs, wickets, and the joy he brought to millions.