Kuldeep Yadav pays emotional tribute to Shane Warne at MCG
Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav recently visited the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) where he paid an emotional tribute to his idol, the late Australian cricket legend Shane Warne. During his visit, Yadav expressed his deep connection with Warne and shared how much he misses him. "Shane Warne was my idol, and I had a very strong connection with him," said Yadav at MCG.
Yadav's emotional reaction to Warne's demise
Yadav revealed his emotional turmoil following Warne's demise, comparing it to losing a family member. "I still get emotional when I think about Warnie—it feels like I've lost someone from my family," he said. This is not the first time Yadav has openly expressed his feelings about Warne's death. He previously shared on the Breakfast with Champions YouTube show that he was in shock and had cried upon hearing the news.
Warne's advice helped Yadav regain confidence post-injury
Yadav, who has been performing exceptionally well since his return from a knee injury, credits Warne's advice for helping him regain his rhythm and confidence. He recalled a conversation with Warne ahead of the Sydney Test in 2019, where the Australian legend encouraged him to enjoy his game regardless of the outcome. This guidance from Warne played a significant role in boosting Yadav's morale during his cricketing journey.
Yadav tours CA headquarters, anticipates Border-Gavaskar Trophy
During his visit to Australia, Yadav also toured the Cricket Australia (CA) headquarters and expressed his excitement for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. "It's great to be here at Cricket Australia's headquarters and the iconic MCG. I'm looking forward to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy," he said. The 29-year-old cricketer also acknowledged the unwavering support of Indian cricket fans around the globe, expressing confidence in their turnout for the upcoming matches.
Yadav's role in upcoming Test season
Meanwhile, Yadav is set to play a crucial role in India's upcoming Test season, with opportunities to challenge visiting batters. The schedule includes a two-Test series and three T20Is against Bangladesh in September-October, followed by a three-Test series against New Zealand starting October 16. The team will then embark on an unprecedented five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy tour of Australia from November to January.
