Published 23:20 IST, June 5th 2020

Rohit Sharma recalls Shikhar Dhawan fooling Tamim Iqbal by his singing abilities in 2015

Rohit Sharma recalled an incident where Shikhar Dhawan had fooled Tamim Iqbal by his singing abilities during India's tour of Bangladesh in 2015

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Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma have been arguably best opening pair of this generation ever since y started opening batting for India in ICC Champions Trophy 2013 that was won by Men In Blue. Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma has revealed how Dhawan's singing skills literally left star Bangladesh batsmen Tamim Iqbal confused. 

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'We couldn't control our laughter': Rohit Sharma

During a recent Instagram live session with Shikhar Dhawan and India's Test opener Mayank Agarwal, Rohit recalled that bizarre incident when India had toured Bangladesh in 2015.

He said that both of m were fielding at slips. Sharma was standing at first slip while, Shikhar was stationed at third, and all of a sudden, 'Gabbar' started singing very loudly. He n mentioned that by time southpaw was singing, bowler was already in his run-up and batsman Tamim Iqbal, was left amazed as he had idea where ise was coming from.

Indian limited-overs vice-captain n added that it might t sound as funny right w but when it happened on field, y could t control ir laughter as it was really funny.

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India's tour of Bangladesh 2015

India had toured Bangladesh in 2015 for a one-off Test match that was followed by a three-match ODI series. Test ended in a draw due to rain whereas, Bangladesh won first two ODIs but Men In Blue man to salv pride by winning final match as series ended 2-1. 

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23:20 IST, June 5th 2020