New Delhi, April 3 — Yuvraj Singh, the former Indian all-rounder and World Cup winner, stated that cricketers should begin playing golf at a young age to cope with the stress of their main profession. After retiring from cricket, Yuvraj has taken up golf as a hobby and has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the second Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL).
As per agency report, during the unveiling of the 10 franchises of the IGPL, he expressed that cricketers should play both cricket and golf. He mentioned that he should have started playing golf earlier, as it could have benefited him in cricket, adding that golf truly helps relieve stress. The schedule for the IGPL is yet to be finalized. He noted that many foreign cricketers, especially from Australia, New Zealand, England, and South Africa, have been playing golf since childhood.
Yuvraj acknowledged that golf is often seen as an exclusive sport, but he believes it should be accessible to everyone through public golf courses. He emphasized the importance of introducing golf in schools, stating that every child should try every sport. Yuvraj recognized cricket as the most popular sport in India but insisted that golf is also an exciting game worth trying.
As a player who has represented India, he wants to contribute to other sports as well. He believes that the IGPL will make the sport exciting and raise awareness, encouraging more children to adopt it, watch it on TV, and be inspired to play. This will bring financial support to the sport and help secure children's futures, which he considers a responsibility.
This year's IGPL will feature 10 franchises and 15 tournaments throughout the year, including five international tournaments in Mauritius, Congo, South Africa, and Morocco. The IGPL has partnered with LIV Golf and has been integrated with the professional tour. The event was also attended by former tennis star and co-owner of the Kolkata franchise, Leander Paes, along with IGPL CEO Uttam Singh Mundi.
