Former Punjab cricketer Amanpreet Singh Gill passed away on Wednesday, May 6 at the age of 36, leaving the cricketing community in deep shock.Amanpreet Singh Gill used to play domestic cricket for the Punjab team and was considered a lively and determined fast bowler. He also represented India in the 2007 U-19 tri-series in Sri Lanka, where he was involved with the players. Virat Kohli and Manish Pandey. During this tournament, Amanpreet took nine wickets in five matches and played a pivotal role in the final against Bangladesh with a match-winning performance.After the news of his death, the former Indian all-rounder… Yuvraj Singh X paid an emotional tribute recalling their early days together.“So sad to hear of the passing away of Amanpreet Singh Gill, shared the dressing room in our early days, he was a quiet, hard working cricketer who loved the game. My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. Om Shanti rest in peace.”
Yuvraj Singh Post
Born in Chandigarh in September 1989, Amanpreet built his reputation through domestic cricket and later played with Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) in the Indian Premier League. After retiring from the game, he remained involved with the game by serving on the Punjab Senior Selection Committee, contributing to the development of young cricketers in the state.The Punjab Cricket Association expressed its condolences and remembered him for his dedication on and off the field. His last rites were scheduled to take place later that day at the Mani Majra Cremation Ground in Chandigarh. The cause of his death has not been disclosed, with the cricketing community choosing to focus on celebrating his life and contribution to the game.
