Yuvraj Singh Shares Rare Photos with Virat Kohli on 37th Birthday
Yuvraj Singh’s birthday post for Virat Kohli melts hearts with unseen photos and a touching message.
As Virat Kohli turns 37 today, wishes poured in from across the cricketing world, but one that stood out came from his former teammate and close friend Yuvraj Singh. The 2011 World Cup hero took to social media to post a series of old pictures with Kohli, offering fans a nostalgic glimpse into their camaraderie over the years. Accompanying the photos, Yuvraj wrote a short but heartfelt caption: “Once a King, always a King. Happy birthday @imVkohli. Sending you lots of love for a great year ahead. Stay blessed!”
The friendship between Kohli and Yuvraj has been one of the most celebrated bonds in Indian cricket. Since Kohli’s international debut in 2008 and Yuvraj’s experienced role in the same squad, the two have shared numerous iconic moments together, including India’s 2011 ODI World Cup triumph under MS Dhoni’s captaincy. Off the field, their chemistry has often been marked by mutual respect, humor, and an unwavering support system that extended well beyond cricket.
Kohli’s journey from a talented U19 World Cup-winning captain in 2008 to one of the most dominant forces in world cricket has been nothing short of extraordinary. Over a decorated career, he has embodied a rare blend of technical precision, competitive fire, and unmatched consistency. Drawing inspiration from legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Sourav Ganguly, Kohli transformed himself into a modern-day great who led India into a new era of fitness, intensity, and belief.
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In the longest format of the game, Kohli’s impact has been historic. Across 123 Tests, he amassed 9,230 runs at an impressive average of 46.85, including 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries. His golden phase between 2016 and 2019 remains one of the most prolific in modern cricket, yielding 4,208 runs in 43 Tests at an average of nearly 67, with seven double centuries — the most by any Test captain. Though the latter years saw a dip marked by tough series like the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, his stature as one of India’s greatest Test ambassadors remains unquestioned.
As fans celebrated Kohli’s birthday online, Yuvraj’s nostalgic tribute reminded many of the bond between India’s cricketing stars of two generations. It not only reflected their enduring friendship but also paid homage to Kohli’s relentless pursuit of greatness — a quality that has defined his journey from Delhi’s streets to cricket’s grandest stages.
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