Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh praised leg-spinner Piyush Chawla’s 20-year cricket career following his retirement announcement, highlighting his ability to perform under pressure. Chawla, who represented India in three Tests, 25 ODIs, and seven T20Is taking 43 wickets, was part of India’s victorious 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup campaigns.Chawla concluded his professional cricket journey with impressive statistics, including 192 wickets in an equal number of IPL matches. His last IPL stint was with Mumbai Indians from 2022 to 2024.“Over the years, I’ve played alongside many teammates, but few have shown the resilience and dedication that #PiyushChawla brought to the park. From bursting onto the scene as a teenager to becoming a two-time World Cup winner, PC you’ve built a career on delivering when it mattered,” Yuvraj shared on his X account.“Over 450 first-class wickets, years of service for UP and Gujarat to being the 3rd-highest wicket-taker in IPL history. What stands out more than the stats is the way you carried yourself with calm, grit and commitment,” he added.
“As you walk into the next chapter, know that you’ve earned every bit of respect! Proud to have shared the field with you laddoo! Go well,” Yuvraj concluded in his heartfelt message.Quiz: Who’s that IPL player?During his career, Chawla achieved significant success in domestic cricket, winning the Ranji Trophy with Uttar Pradesh in 2005/06. He was also part of the Kolkata Knight Riders team that claimed the IPL title in 2014.His final competitive cricket appearance was memorable, representing Uttar Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in November 2024, where he recorded impressive figures of 4-12 against Himachal Pradesh at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium.
