Navjot Sidhu Praises Shubman Gill: “From Prince to King”
Sidhu showers praise on India’s young captain, says “Old rusty tools are gone, the new ones have crossed rivers”
Amritsar : Former cricketer and politician Navjot Singh Sidhu is once again in the spotlight, this time for his poetic praise of Team India’s young and dynamic captain, Shubman Gill. After Gill’s outstanding leadership and recent cricketing performances, Sidhu took to social media and interviews to express his admiration with his signature flair.
Calling Shubman “the Prince who has now become King,” Sidhu said that the new generation of Indian cricketers has taken over the mantle with courage and consistency. “Old rusty tools have been put to rest, and the new ones are crossing rivers with ease,” he remarked, adding a poetic touch that resonated with fans.
Sidhu, known for his metaphorical and often flamboyant statements, lauded Gill’s calm leadership style and maturity beyond his years. “He plays with his bat like a pen, scripting victories for India with every stroke,” said Sidhu. Shubman Gill, who recently captained India in a key series, has been impressing not just with his on-field skills but also with his ability to handle pressure. His technique, temperament, and composed demeanor have earned him praise from cricket legends across the world — and Sidhu’s latest tribute only adds to that list.
Fans on social media quickly picked up Sidhu’s poetic remarks, sharing memes and quotes with captions like “The Prince has indeed become the King,” and “Sidhu-isms are back with a bang.” The comment “old tools vs new warriors” has also started trending among cricket fans.
Meanwhile, cricket experts believe that Gill represents the perfect blend of classical cricketing technique and modern-day aggression. At just 25, his growth as a player and leader is being compared to some of India’s finest cricket captains.
Navjot Sidhu has been a vocal supporter of young talent in Indian cricket, and his endorsement of Shubman Gill is being seen as a symbolic passing of the torch from one era to another. With many more matches and milestones to come, fans are now waiting to see how far this “King” can go.