During a lighthearted exchange on Netflix’s The Great Indian Kapil Show, Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma shared some amusing insights, revealing two teammates he wouldn’t want to share a room with due to their messy habits. Rohit, who is currently representing Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024, humorously named Shikhar Dhawan and Rishabh Pant as the culprits, stating that their untidy living habits would make cohabitation unbearable.
“Everyone gets a single room nowadays. But if I get a chance to share a single room, there are two people with whom I wouldn’t want to share rooms with – Shikhar Dhawan and Rishabh Pant. Bade gande hai (They are very messy). After practice, they just toss their clothes on the bed,” Rohit quipped during the show, adding a playful touch to the conversation.
Rohit Sharma elaborated on their messy tendencies, revealing how their rooms remain perpetually on “Do Not Disturb” mode due to their late waking hours, causing cleaning staff to avoid entering.
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“Their room is always on DND because they sleep till 1 PM. The housekeeping staff that comes in the morning to clean their rooms, so it’s important for them to put their rooms on DND. Otherwise, they will barge in,” Rohit shared, painting a vivid picture of the chaotic living arrangements.
Reflecting on India’s journey in the 2023 ODI World Cup, Rohit acknowledged the disappointment of falling short in the final against Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. However, he expressed surprise and gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans despite the defeat.
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“I was thinking that the World Cup took place in our country but still we couldn’t win. I felt the nation might be angry with us. But I only heard people praising how well we played, and how they enjoyed watching that cricket,” Rohit Sharma remarked, highlighting the unexpected positivity and appreciation from cricket enthusiasts.
Rohit’s candid revelations offered a glimpse into the camaraderie and lighter moments within the Indian cricket team, showcasing the bond shared among teammates beyond the boundaries of the cricket field.