Ex-Indian Cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu Set For Return To Commentary Box In IPL 2024

Renowned former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu is poised to make a triumphant return to his beloved domain—the commentary box—following an absence of nearly a decade.

Transitioning from his active role in politics, Sidhu will once again grace the microphone during the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season.

Star Sports, the official television broadcaster of the IPL, has officially announced Navjot Singh Sidhu’s comeback to IPL commentary in Hindi for the forthcoming season.

The esteemed cricketer-turned-commentator will kick off his second innings in the commentary box from the season opener, featuring the clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings.

For many cricket aficionados who came of age in the early 2000s, Navjot Singh Sidhu embodies cricket nostalgia. During the IPL’s inaugural season in 2008, at a time when the league was still in its nascent stages and faced skepticism, Sidhu, alongside other cricketing luminaries, played a pivotal role in popularizing the game and elevating it to household status.

Sidhu, renowned for his dynamic batting style characterized by flamboyance and aggression, seamlessly translated his charisma and panache into the realm of commentary. His memorable one-liners and poetic expressions, particularly in Hindi broadcasts, endeared him to fans, contributing significantly to the IPL’s widespread appeal.

“Commentary is ingrained in my essence—it’s my identity. Just as the great Guru bestowed upon us our turbans, I am recognized by mine. I consider myself immensely fortunate that my passion aligns with my profession,” Sidhu remarked in an interaction facilitated by Star Sports.