Former cricketer Yuvraj Singh, known for his brilliant performances in the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup, has always been a fan favorite. While his career highlights are unforgettable, he has also been in the limelight for his personal life. Recently, Yuvraj shared a funny yet surprising story from his 2007-08 Australia tour that involved his actress girlfriend and a pair of pink slippers.
The Unnamed Actress and the Missing Shoes
In a conversation with former cricketers like Michael Vaughan, Yuvraj recalled this amusing incident. While he didn’t reveal the name of the actress he was dating back then, he mentioned that she was quite famous and well-established in her acting career. During the Australia tour, Yuvraj was having a rough patch on the field, struggling with his form.
The actress, who was shooting in Adelaide, decided to meet him despite Yuvraj telling her that he needed to focus on his cricket. She traveled to Canberra to spend time with him, and even though Yuvraj was surprised by her presence, they met and talked about their respective careers. He emphasized that both needed to focus on their professions.
The Pink Slippers Mishap
As the team was set to travel from Canberra to Adelaide, Yuvraj’s girlfriend packed his suitcase for him. Little did he know, this act of kindness would lead to an unexpected and slightly embarrassing moment. Just 10 minutes before he was supposed to board the team bus, Yuvraj realized that his shoes were missing from the suitcase.
With no shoes to wear, his girlfriend suggested he wear her pink slip-ons. Yuvraj, with no other option, reluctantly agreed and put on the bright pink slippers. To avoid attention, he tried to hide them with a bag, but it didn’t go unnoticed. As he walked towards the bus, people spotted the pink slippers and burst into applause, leaving him embarrassed but with a story to remember.
From Pink Slippers to Flip-Flops
Yuvraj revealed that he had to wear those pink slippers to the airport before finally buying flip-flops to wear for the rest of the journey. This lighthearted moment became a funny memory from an otherwise tense time in his career.
Yuvraj’s Past Relationships and Personal Life
Before marrying actress Hazel Keech in 2016, Yuvraj was linked to several actresses, including Kim Sharma and Deepika Padukone. His marriage to Hazel has been a happy chapter, and the couple now has two children together. While Yuvraj’s cricketing career remains legendary, moments like these give fans a glimpse into the lighter side of his personal life.
