The Indian cricket community is in a state of deep mourning due to his untimely demise. Amanpreet Singh GillThe former medium pacer and veteran administrator from Punjab, who breathed his last at the age of 36 in Chandigarh this Wednesday. A revered figure in the domestic circuit, Gill’s sudden demise has sparked a wave of tributes from veteran cricketers and official bodies, marking a sad moment for the game he served with quiet dedication for nearly two decades.
Gill was widely recognized as a tenacious competitor who rose through the ranks during the golden era of Punjab cricket. an ex India Under-19 representative, he was a contemporary of the global icon Virat KohliSharing the dressing room during his formative years in the national age-group setup. Although the reason for his demise has not been officially disclosed, the shock within the fraternity is palpable, as many remember him not just as a cricketer, but as a hard-working man who made the transition from the pitch to the selection table seamlessly.
Amanpreet Singh Gill’s legacy extends to IPL and domestic excellence
Gill’s career was a testament to the grit required to succeed in India’s competitive domestic scene. He quickly made his mark and earned a place in the India Under-19 team in 2007, where he appeared in five Youth ODIs and one Youth Test. Notably, his skill in the longer format was highlighted when he took the prized wicket of former Sri Lankan star Thisara Perera. Although he missed the final cut for the historic 2008 Under-19 World Cup-winning team under Kohli, his talent remained undeniable.
In the inaugural 2008 season of the Indian Premier League, Gill was selected Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings)Places him at the center of the T20 revolution. During his professional career, he represented Punjab in six first-class matches, and took 11 wickets with his disciplined medium pace bowling. After hanging up his boots, Gill did not walk away from the game; Instead, he contributed his sharp cricketing mind Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) As a member of the senior selection committee, helping shape the next generation of talent from the region.
Yuvraj Singh and PCA honor the memory of Virat Kohli’s former U-19 teammate following his tragic demise
The news of his demise sparked an outpouring of emotion on social media, which was led by the legendary all-rounder Yuvraj Singh. Reflecting on their shared journey, Yuvraj expressed deep sadness, noting that he had shared a dressing room with Gill during his early days.
“Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Amanpreet Singh Gill. In our early days he shared the dressing room, he was a quiet, hard-working cricketer who loved the game. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace, Om ShantiYuvraj wrote on X and expressed his condolences to the bereaved family.
Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Amanpreet Singh Gill. In our early days he shared the dressing room, he was a quiet, hard-working cricketer who loved the game. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Peace be with you 🙏🏻 Om Shanti#AmanpreetSinghGil@pcacricket
– Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) 6 May 2026
The Punjab Cricket Association also issued an official statement condoling the demise of its former selector and player and praying for strength for his loved ones. Similarly, the Punjab Kings franchise honored his memory by acknowledging his contributions to their family during the inception of the league. As the cricketing world reflects on his life, Gill leaves behind a legacy of integrity and passion for the game, remembered by his peers as a man who played the game whole-heartedly.
Punjab Cricket Association has expressed deep condolences on the demise of former Punjab cricketer and member of Senior Selection Committee Punjab, Amanpreet Singh Gill.
He served Punjab cricket with dedication and passion, representing teams including India Under-19, Kings XI Punjab and Punjab… pic.twitter.com/tpr0EwEprk
– Punjab Cricket Association (@pcacricket) 6 May 2026
