Yuvraj Singh Reveals Mentorship Philosophy Behind Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill's Success
Abhishek Sharma
All-Rounder
Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh has detailed his unique, empathetic approach to mentoring young cricketers, contrasting it sharply with the strict, tough-love methods famously employed by his father, Yograj Singh. Yuvraj, though not a certified coach, has been an influential figure in the development of current Indian stars, including IPL talents like Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma.
His philosophy centers on understanding the mental challenges faced by young athletes, prioritizing individualized guidance and encouragement over rigid instruction. This player-centric mentorship has clearly paid dividends, with Abhishek Sharma recently rising to become the ICC No. 1 T20I batter, showcasing the success of Yuvraj's supportive methods in nurturing world-class talent.
IPL 2025 Best Strike Rate Leaders | Batting Rankings
Leading best strike rate scorers in IPL 2025 (batting specialists only: batters/all-rounders/wicketkeepers)
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“I believe when you are coaching someone or mentoring someone, you need to be in their shoes and you need to understand their mindset, what they are going through, rather than telling them what to do. It has to be like a push and pull.”
Yuvraj Singh
