A majestic century against Pakistan may have backed his claims for a permanent
Test slot, but Yuvraj Singh today conceded that he still had some distance
to cover before he can cement his place in the star-studded batting line-up.
"It's difficult to get a chance in Tests because my team has lot of great
players like Dravid, Tendulkar, Ganguly and Laxman. They all have a good Test
record. That's why I had to sit out," Yuvraj said after lifting India down
from the dumps with a dominating 169 runs in the third Test against Pakistan.
"We just need to think of winning this match now and after
this we have to think of what combination is needed for the Australian tour.
There also I may have to sit out." Yuvraj though sounded confident that
he has the ability to make a mark in Tests.
"I always knew I could do well in Test cricket because you always have
time to settle down. If you take out that time you can still bat well. For me
Test cricket is always the main thing. So I'm very happy with my effort today,"
he told reporters.
Yuvraj, who has been in awesome form this season, blamed himself
for being unable to gain a foothold in Test cricket and said he has not capitalised
on the opportunities that came his way.
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