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Is Virat Kohli the reason behind Yuvraj Singh's comeback to Indian squad?

Yuvraj Singh has been recalled to the Virat Kohli-led Indian squad for the ODI and Twenty20 series against England. Is the left-hander's friendship with the new skipper the reason behind his selection?

Ending all speculations, Virat Kohli has been appointed India’s captain in One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 format of the game. The selection committee on Friday announced the team for the limited overs series against England beginning January 15. Yuvraj Singh, who was instrumental in India’s title victories in the 2007 World T20 and ICC World Cup in 2011, has made a comeback into the national squad.
Yuvi last played an ODI for India in 2013 and was a part of the national squad during the ICC World T20 as well. It seems that ladyluck has favoured the flamboyant left-hander, who tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend Hazel Keech in November last year. The wedding was attended by several bigwigs from cricket fraternity. Surprisingly, it was Indian Test skipper Virat Kohli who attended all the ceremonies of the 35-year-old cricketer’s wedding. While his fans have hailed his return to the Indian squad, critics have questioned the decision and thereby linked Yuvraj’s close friendship with Kohli behind his selection.

Virat Kohli attended Yuvraj Singh’s wedding ceremony in Goa on December 2.