All state units must honor domestic players not just international ones: Yuvraj Singh

“It’s a nice feeling to be back at the PCA Stadium like this. I am wearing the BCCI blazer at my own stadium for the first time. It feels wonderful to be called by my former parent association and get acknowledged,” he told PTI. “The new PCA president Gulzari Inder Chahal was a cricketer himself and probably knows the importance of recognizing former cricketers be it domestic or international. Even the domestic players should be recognized,” the two time World champion cricketer said.

Yuvraj Singh End 🤝 Harbhajan Singh End

A brilliant gesture, giving the stands two LEGENDARY names 🙌#OneFamily #INDvAUS @YUVSTRONG12 @harbhajan_singh @pcacricket pic.twitter.com/hIkAKzJmf3

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) September 20, 2022

Congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 Paji & @harbhajan_singh Bhajju pa on achieving such a great honour by the Punjab Cricket Association. Very much deserving of this new milestone, your contribution towards the team and the nation are unforgettable❤️#Jaihind 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/BG28Iq6NFH

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) September 20, 2022

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On the sidelines of the stand unveiling, the PCA also honoured former Punjab cricketers Bharti Vij, Mahesh Inder Singh, current India selector Harvinder Singh, Bhupinder Singh Sr and current India batting coach Vikram Rathour. ‘Tough to commit to full time coaching at this stage’ Yuvraj is one of the most approachable cricketers around and has worked with young players like Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill. Harbhajan is already guiding the current dispensation at PCA.

Asked if he is open to a long term coaching role, Yuvraj said: ” I still work with the players on and off. I have worked with the Punjab Cricketers in the past as well. But I want to see my child growing up. So, I am not sure if I can commit to something full time to the association at this stage,’ he signed off. PTI KHS