Who was the first player to score a half-century and take a five-wicket haul in the same IPL match?


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The first player to score a half-century and take a five-wicket haul in the same IPL match was Yuvraj Singh.

Match Details:

  • Player: Yuvraj Singh

  • Team: Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings)

  • Opponent: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

  • Season: IPL 2009

  • Performance:

    • Batting: 50 off 34 balls

    • Bowling: 5 wickets for 22 runs

  • Venue: Kingsmead, Durban (South Africa – IPL 2009 was played there due to elections in India)

Yuvraj Singh achieved this remarkable feat, showcasing his all-round brilliance in the match.

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