Mohali: Yuvraj Singh is sure the "spirit of cricket" pledge, which all the IPL T20 captains are required to take in tournament, would not bar players from playing their natural game.

"It's a good thing to happen and I think it will affect our game in a good way. I don't think it will affect the way we play or conduct ourselves," Yuvraj, who would lead Kings XI Punjab, told reporters here today.

He said the youngsters playing in the IPL will have a lot to learn from the international players.

"Our youngsters will learn various aspects of the game by playing along side international cricketers. They will certainly learn new things like how to cope with pressure situations. It will be good for future of our cricket," he felt.

The recent Indian team's tour of Australia was marred by controversies and Indian Test skipper Anil Kumble had even accused the Aussies for breaching spirit of the game.

Echoing Yuvraj's sentiments, Chennai Super Kings coach and former South African batsman Kepler Wessels says taking the pledge does not mean "the players have to lessen the aggression". "I don't think it will take away spark and charm from the game," Wessels said. 
Source : PTI