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New Delhi: Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh has confirmed that he will captain the India team in the second season of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), set to take place in July in the United Kingdom. The announcement was made via a WCL press release.
Yuvraj, who previously led India to victory in the tournament's inaugural edition, will be joined by Shikhar Dhawan, the accomplished opening batsman who will make his debut in the tournament after retiring from international cricket last year.
Speaking about his return to captain India, Yuvraj Singh expressed excitement for the upcoming season, stating, "I'm looking forward to representing our nation at the World Championship of Legends again. The memories of our victory in the first edition of the tournament, alongside my teammates, will always remain close to my heart."
The first edition of the World Championship of Legends saw stellar performances from Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Robin Uthappa, Irfan and Yusuf Pathan, and other cricketing greats, reaffirming their passion for the game. The tournament quickly captured the attention of fans worldwide, with Indian supporters witnessing their cricketing heroes deliver remarkable performances on a global stage.
Harshit Tomar, Founder of the World Championship of Legends, shared his vision for the event, stating, "I've always seen this tournament as a way forward for cricket to have its future through its senior cricketers." He added, "It's been fulfilling and satisfying to see cricket's very own superstars recreate the magic that made them immortal. Our cricketing heroes are our sentiments, and hosting them to the best of our ability and care has always been our vision."
Nishant Pitti, Chairman & Founder and Chief Patron of WCL, also expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament’s impact, saying, "The World Championship of Legends is more than just a tournament—it's a celebration of the sport's greatest players and their enduring legacy. We are thrilled to be part of this remarkable journey that brings together legendary cricketers, revives iconic rivalries, and offers fans a nostalgic yet highly competitive cricketing experience."
The India Champions team, owned by Sumant Bahl, Salman Ahmed, and Jaspal Bahra, will return to Edgbaston for another season, ready to take on top international stars from Australia, West Indies, England, Pakistan, and South Africa.
Reflecting on their previous triumph, Sumant Bahl, Co-owner of Team India Champions, said, "Our journey of owning the legendary Team India Champions, working alongside the Legends, and lifting the inaugural edition's trophy by beating arch-rivals Pakistan is still like a dream come true. We are very excited about season 2 and are looking forward to repeating history with the help of a stronger and better team this year."
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