Yuvraj Singh Calls His Father ‘Dragon’ in a Special Birthday Wish

Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh wished his father, Yograj Singh, a happy birthday in a unique way. Born in 1958, Yograj Singh turned 67 on March 25, 2025. To celebrate this occasion, Yuvraj gave him a special nickname—"Dragon Singh."

Yuvraj’s Heartfelt Message

Yuvraj shared a family picture on his Instagram story, featuring himself, his wife, his two children, and his father. Along with the photo, he wrote:

"Happy Birthday to the one and only Dragon Singh! Lots of love, Papa. I hope your day is as action-packed as you are."

The Role of Yograj Singh in Yuvraj’s Career

Yograj Singh has played a pivotal role in shaping Yuvraj’s cricketing journey. He was determined to make his son a world-class cricketer, and his hard work paid off when Yuvraj became the Sixer King of Indian cricket.

Yograj Singh’s Cricket Career

Before becoming a well-known coach and actor, Yograj Singh was a cricketer himself.

  • International Debut: 1980 (ODI vs. New Zealand in Brisbane)
  • Test Debut: 1981 (vs. New Zealand)
  • ODI Matches Played: 6 (4 wickets)
  • First-Class Cricket: 30 matches (398 runs, 66 wickets)
  • List A Cricket: 13 matches (14 wickets)

Though his international career was short-lived, his impact on Indian cricket through Yuvraj Singh remains legendary.