From hitting six sixes in an over to battling a life-threatening illness at the peak of his career and returning to win games for India, former cricketer Yuvraj Singh’s journey has stood the test of time. In an exclusive interaction with mid-day the sports legend opens up about his personal approach to health, the joyful chaos of fatherhood, and his evolving journey beyond the cricket field. He also shares a key update on his highly anticipated biopic. 

Yuvraj Singh on being vocal about his cancer journey

Reflecting on his battle with cancer, Yuvraj addresses the deep-seated stigma surrounding the illness. “I've been someone whose health fluctuated in the early days of my career. For me, health is wealth. A lot of people are scared of the disease, and even more so of talking about it. There was a time when I didn't want to either, because I knew if I did, maybe my cricket would end. People would think, 'This guy has cancer; he can't play cricket.' I believe my journey has inspired many people to overcome adversity. It's important to share your experiences with others, and you need friends and family to talk about what you're going through, because mental health is a very important aspect of our lives,” says Yuvraj, cofounder of Protocol32, a daily health drink, as it launched in India.