The Indian stalwart reflected on Stokes\u2019 defining moments and lasting influence on the game, praising his ability to overcome adversity throughout a 15-year international career.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Yuvraj began by highlighting the moments that, in his view, defined Stokes\u2019 place among cricket\u2019s modern greats. 'A World Cup final innings that nobody who watched it will ever forget. A 135 not out at Headingley that rewrote what was possible. The courage to speak openly about mental health when most wouldn\u2019t. Losing his father. And coming back every single time,\u201d Yuvraj wrote on X.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The former India star drew parallels between Stokes\u2019 journey and his own experiences, saying resilience, rather than statistics or silverware, ultimately defines greatness. \u201cI know what it feels like to be on top of the world one day and at your absolute lowest the next and I saw that same journey in you,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Yuvraj said it was Stokes\u2019 repeated ability to recover from setbacks that elevated him beyond being just a successful cricketer. \u201cThat is what separates the good from the truly great. Not the records. Not the trophies. The ability to get back up.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He also reflected on the achievements that marked Stokes\u2019 international career, acknowledging both his leadership and his success on the biggest stages, stating, \u201c15 years. Two World Cup winners medals. A captain who made his team believe anything was possible. One of the finest that the game will always remember.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Yuvraj said it was Stokes\u2019 repeated ability to recover from setbacks that elevated him beyond being just a successful cricketer. \u201cThat is what separates the good from the truly great. Not the records. Not the trophies. The ability to get back up.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Stokes, one of England\u2019s most influential all-rounders, brought the curtain down on a career that included two ICC World Cup titles, Ashes heroics, and a transformative spell as England\u2019s Test captain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n