As India took on South Africa in the 2nd T20I, much of the excitement in the stands came not just from the crowd, but from the family members of the players—especially Arshdeep Singh’s mother, who watched her son bowl on his home ground with two familiar faces by his side.
‘Unke beech bhaiyon jaisa pyaar hai’
Speaking to reporters before the match, Arshdeep’s mother said that seeing her son share the field with Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma feels special because the trio has known each other since their junior cricket days in Punjab.
“They are like brothers,” she said. “They grew up playing together, pushed each other to get better, and have supported each other through every stage. Watching them represent India together is an emotional moment.”
The Punjab connection
All three—Arshdeep, Gill and Abhishek—have risen through the same cricketing ecosystem:
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Arshdeep Singh: Known for his death-overs accuracy
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Shubman Gill: India’s young batting star
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Abhishek Sharma: A rising all-rounder making his presence felt
Their motherly admiration reflects how rare it is for three players from the same region, same age-group, and same early coaching background to walk out together in international cricket.
Home crowd support boosts Arshdeep
Playing on home turf always brings pressure, but Arshdeep’s mother said the atmosphere lifts him.
“When the home crowd cheers for him, he feels stronger. It motivates him to bowl with even more heart,” she said.
A proud moment for the families of Punjab cricket
For families who have watched these players grow from academy nets to international stadiums, the match was more than a game. It was a reminder of their journey—from local tournaments and early-morning practice sessions to now sharing the spotlight in India colours.
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