Indian T20I opener Abhishek Sharma shared that Test captain Shubman Gill was the one player who always managed to escape getting caught during his junior cricket days. Recalling an incident from their Under-16 years, the 25-year-old said that while he and four others got into trouble, the bus drivers refused to pin any blame on Gill.
There were five boys accused, and Gill was also in that group. But when the coaches asked the driver to tell exactly who was creating the issue, he didn’t name Gill. The other four were asked to write letters and told they may be sent back home, but Gill was not punished. Sharma said it was because of Gill’s “innocent face,” which he made that time, even though he was the one making the loudest noise.
The Bond Between Gill and Sharma
- They both known each other since a young age, opening the batting for Punjab even in Under-14.
- Their friendship has been strong, and it shows in domestic cricket and later also international stage.
- This incident also shows Gill’s character, a little mischievous but keeping composure, a quality he carries in his professional career too.
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Larger Context: From Mischief to Professionalism
This childhood moment also tells bigger things:
- Chemistry and growth: Their friendship started very early and has helped their cricketing understanding now.
- Personality side: Gill in childhood was bold and playful, but able to hide it with calm expressions.
- Human part of stars: These kinds of stories remind us that famous players were also once children with fun and mistakes.
Friendship on the Big Stage
- In recent times, like the Asia Cup 2025, both Sharma and Gill played together at the top order and gave important starts.
- The trust is strong; Sharma even used Gill’s bat sometimes in crucial matches.
The media times highlight this bond, even calling it one of the strongest friendships in cricket now.
Conclusion
The Dharamsala bus incident is a funny reminder of how Gill once escaped punishment only by his innocent face. From playful boy to serious cricketer, both Gill and Sharma have grown and become important for Indian cricket. The friendship and such stories make fans feel closer to their journey.
