The cricketing fraternity received a sad news on May 6, 2026 with the demise of former Punjab cricketer and India U-19 player. Amanpreet Singh Gill in Chandigarh at the age of 36.
Amanpreet was part of India’s promising U-19 set-up during his playing days and shared the dressing room with several up-and-coming international cricketers. His untimely death left the cricketing community in shock and mourning. The news deeply affected many who knew him, including his former teammate. Virat Kohli.
Virat Kohli pays tribute to Amanpreet Singh Gill
Amanpreet was a right-arm medium pacer who represented India in the U-19 circuit along with Virat Kohli. Ravindra Jadeja, Manish Pandeyand others. He was part of the squad during the Under-19 Tri-Series in Sri Lanka in 2007 and showed promise as a lively fast bowler.
Although he did not make the senior Indian team like some of his teammates, Gill played domestic cricket for Punjab, featuring in the inaugural IPL season with Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) and later served on the Punjab senior selection committee.
Kohli took to social media to share a heartfelt message, expressing his “shock and sadness” at the untimely loss. He offered his condolences to Amanpreet’s family and friends and remembered the time they spent together in the Under-19 team.
Here is the post:
Shocked and saddened to hear of Amanpreet Gill’s demise. Sending prayers and strength to his family and loved ones. Rest easy. Om Shanti 🙏
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 7, 2026
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A calm and loyal cricketer
Those who played with him described Amanpreet as a calm, hardworking and passionate person who loves the game. His sudden death left the cricket community in mourning, with several former players and associations paying tributes.
Kohli’s tribute highlights the strong bonds that form during the early days of a cricketer’s career. While Kohli has achieved legendary status in international cricket, he continues to remember and respect his teammates from his youth.
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