[In Picture] "The best Dads give their toddler a knife to play with" - Yuvraj Singh’s wife’s hilarious wish as he celebrates 43rd birthday

Former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh's wife, Hazel Keech, took to social media on Thursday, December 12, to share a humorous birthday wish for the southpaw as he turned 43. Hazel, a British model, is also known for her roles in Indian films, including ‘Bodyguard,’ and her television appearances.

The couple got engaged on November 12, 2015, and tied the knot a year later on November 30, 2016. They are also parents to two children: a son, Orion, born on January 25, 2022, and a daughter, Aura, born on August 25, 2023.

On Thursday, to celebrate the Punjab cricketer’s birthday, Hazel took to Instagram to share a message. She wrote:

“The best Dads give their toddler a knife to play with, happiest birthday to the best husband, Father, Friend, Son-in-law, Brother-in-law, Uncle and world best hibernating Panda. We love you everyday, in every way, with every poop and every giggle. Have a year that fulfils your dreams.”

Yuvraj Singh announced his retirement from international cricket in 2019 and has since participated in various Legends leagues. Most recently, in July 2024, he captained the India Champions to victory, guiding them to defeat the Pakistan Champions in the final and secure the World Championship of Legends title.

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Yuvraj Singh accumulated 11,778 runs for India across all formats

Yuvraj Singh was a pivotal match-winner for India, particularly in limited-overs cricket, throughout his career. He was a key figure in India's victory in the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup, famously hitting six sixes in an over off Stuart Broad against England. He also smashed 70 runs off 30 balls in the semi-final against Australia.

Overall, Yuvraj featured in 58 T20Is, scoring 1,177 runs, including eight fifties. In ODIs, he played 304 matches, amassing 8,701 runs with 52 fifties and 14 centuries, while also claiming 111 wickets.

His standout performance came in the 2011 ODI World Cup at home, where he was named Player of the Tournament. The southpaw scored 362 runs in eight innings, including four fifties and a century, while also taking 15 wickets. His all-round brilliance was instrumental in India’s World Cup victory, ending a 28-year drought.

Additionally, Yuvraj played 40 Test matches, scoring 1,900 runs, including 11 fifties and three centuries.