Yuvraj Singh who was wonderful with both bat and the ball in the first T20 against England said that he was confident that the team would carry the momentum not only into the second and final tie against England on Saturday but also into the Pakistan series, says a report in The Times of India.
"In Twenty20s and ODIs, we have done well against them hopefully, we can carry the momentum, particularly with the important series against Pakistan coming up," said Yuvraj.
Yuvraj said that it was shattering to lose the test series against England.
Losing 4-0 (in Test series in England last year) and 2-1 (recently in the four-match Test series at home) was quite shattering. England played better cricket but we beat them 5-0 in the one-dayers (last year)," said Yuvraj.
Yuvraj said that the younger players have improved the fielding of the team.
"It's important to win the first game and get a good start. If we lose we are again trying to win back. With youngsters coming in the fielding is much better and this win also gives momentum and more confidence for the rest of the series and Pakistan," he said.
Meanwhile, The Business Line reports that Yuvraj said that shortest form of the game offered him a chance to play freely.
“When T20 comes I play a bit openly. I enjoyed my batting and my bowling was effective and contributed to the team,” he said.
Yuvraj on his fitness said, “One year back I was in the hospital. I can’t compare it at all but I have to work harder and more hours to be where I was. I have to also get the confidence of winning for India.”