Bhubaneswar, Feb. 23 -- During a 1996 Pepsi Cup match in Sharjah, Navjot Singh Sidhu confronted Pakistan captain Aamer Sohail about fast bowler Waqar Younis' excessive sledging while the Indian was batting in the 90s.

Multiple reports initially claimed Sidhu threatened to beat Sohail with his bat, but Sohail clarified this was exaggerated - their exchange focused on curbing abusive language rather than physical threats. The incident occurred during a high-stakes India-Pakistan clash where Sidhu eventually scored 101 runs, showcasing the intense rivalry between teams.

Known for his aggressive 'Sixer Sidhu' batting style, Navjot Singh Sidhu had previous history of on-field confrontations. He famously walked out mid-tour during India's 199...