Yuvraj Singh: 10th Indian cricketer to ring Lord’s bell. The former India all-rounder received this rare honor before the third ODI between India and England at the iconic cricket ground. Yuvraj, known for his explosive batting, walked up to the Lord’s Pavilion to ring the bell, drawing a thunderous applause from the entire stadium. This tradition, which began in 2007, involves a legendary personality striking the bell five minutes before the match starts, creating an emotional connection with players and fans.
Yuvraj now joins an elite list of Indian cricketers who have performed this ritual. The first Indian to receive this honor was Nawab Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi. Sunil Gavaskar rang the bell in 2007, followed by Sourav Ganguly and Sanjay Manjrekar in 2018. Other notable names include Sachin Tendulkar, Cheteshwar Pujara, and women’s cricket icon Mithali Raj, who achieved this in the recent 2025 season. Yuvraj’s addition to this distinguished list has thrilled fans across the country.
The Lord’s bell has a rich history, established in 1884 by John Warner and Sons. It symbolizes the soul of cricket at this two-hundred-year-old venue. During the event, Yuvraj’s wife Hazel Keech could not hide her excitement, and photos of the moment quickly went viral on social media. This honor adds to Yuvraj’s busy year in England, following his impressive appearance at the Wimbledon Grand Slam tournament just a week earlier.
The crowd’s chants of ‘UV, UV’ at the home of cricket created an unforgettable goosebump moment. This achievement highlights that even after retiring from the field, Yuvraj Singh continues to enhance his brand value and remains a beloved figure in the cricketing world.