Yuvraj raring for a chance in Ahmedabad Test

In Chandigarh for the launch of the Indian Premier League8217;s Kings XI Punjab, Yuvraj looked relaxed. When asked about his chances of playing in the Ahmedabad Test, he said: 8220;If given a chance in the Ahmedabad Test, I will try and grab the opportunity by giving a good performance. Although I had a scratchy tour Down Under in the Test matches, but I8217;ll definitely do well here if given a chance again. I8217;m keen to prove myself in the Test matches.8221; Mohammad Kaif was included in the squad in place of Sachin Tendulkar, but Yuvraj is the front-runner for the slot since he was in the original squad of 14.

Skipper of the Kings XI Punjab, Yuvraj seemed quite satisfied with the composition of his IPL team. Players like Mahela Jayawardene, Brett Lee, Kumar Sangakkara, Irfan Pathan and James Hopes will don the Punjab team8217;s colours.

Speaking on captaincy, he said, 8220;It will be challenging, but I8217;m sure I will enjoy this new role. As for the captaincy, it can also help me evolve as a leader for international cricket in the future. I know all my team mates personally. They are brilliant cricketers and we share a professional camaraderie. It will be exciting.8221;