Veteran scribe Jaswinder Sidhu passes away
Veteran sports journalist Jaswinder Sidhu, known as 'Jassi', passed away following a road accident on Sunday night. He was widely respected for his professionalism and contributions to sports journalism across India.
Why it matters
His death marks the loss of a significant figure in the Indian sports media landscape, noted for his camaraderie and long-standing career.
Veteran sports journalist Jaswinder Sidhu passed away in a road accident late on Sunday (July 26, 2026) night. In a career spanning decades, Sidhu, always Jassi to his friends, worked primarily with Amar Ujala before branching out as an independent analyst.
A regular presence in most press-boxes across India and overseas, Sidhu always kept the travelling press-corps in good humour. He cracked one-liners, was helpful and forged a kinship with many sports writers, including those hailing from Pakistan’s Punjab and Sindh.
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