Rohit Sharma nominated Shikhar Dhawan as the most fun player in the Indian team, whenever he wanted to laugh (photo by Hagen Hopkins/Getty Image)

ODI Captain of India Rohit Sharma Recently lifted the lid on the memories of some dressing room, which he remembered the light-hearted moments shared with the former opener. Shikhar Dhawan, Speaking at an event, the 37 -year -old man was asked who changed the Indian team for jokes and laughter. Initially, Rohit said that he met with everyone and not a special player. But with a smile, he later revealed, “I don’t just have a person; I meet everyone. But I think for laughter, Shikhar Dhawan is the most fun.” The pair shared a long -standing bond at the top of India’s batting order, which is the most memorable during their vigorous partnership in the ODI tournament. Dhawan, with his sharp intelligence and comic timing, is often seen lightening the mood in the dressing room, some Rohit accepted fondly. During the same incident, Rohit was also asked which bowler he would like to hit for six. His answer reflected the confidence that has defined his batting career. “Honestly, everyone! I would like to hit them all. There is no special. My mindset is always the same – I just want to hit, who is in front of me, no matter,” he said, attracting laughter from the audience. However, he clarified that his intention was always about scoring runs and maintaining an aggressive approach despite the opposition. This mentality has been central for his success in forms, where he created a reputation to start in a big score.

Rohit, who retired from T20Is in 2024, leads a World Cup title for India and turned away from tests earlier this year, India’s Go-Two batter remains in 50-over format. In 273 Odis, he has scored an average of 11,168 runs in 48.76 including 32 centuries. Currently focused on ODIs completely, Rohit is expected to return to action in the upcoming three -match series against Australia in October.

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Cricket fans can start booking today (Friday, August 29) for the Asia Cup 2025 at 5 pm (Friday, August 29), with the ticket being live on platinamate.The price of normal tickets is the one that starts from AED 40 for Abu Dhabi matches and AED 50 for Dubai Fixty. However, the tournament, India vs. Pakistan’s most anticipated conflict will be available in Dubai on Sunday, 14 September, through a seven -match ticket package.

Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!The package starting from AED 1,400 includes access to six other matches along with India vs Pakistan: India vs UAE, B1 vs B2, A1 vs A2, A1 VS B1, A1 VS B1, A1 VS B2 and tournament finals.Standalone tickets can be purchased individually for the remaining matches not included in this package. In the coming days, tickets will also be available at Dubai International Stadium and Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, further announcement will be made soon.Full tournament scheduleAsia Cup 2025 Tuesday, on September 9, is facing Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi with Afghanistan. Other major fixtures include Pakistan vs Oman in Dubai on 12 September, Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi on 13 September and India vs Oman in Abu Dhabi on 19 September.The group phase will run till 26 September, followed by a rest day on 27 September. The final is scheduled in Dubai on Sunday, September 28, with Set as Reserve Day on 29 September.With a limited package for India vs Pakistan and increasing demand from cricket fans in the entire region, tickets are expected to sell out quickly.

Brendon Taylor played his first ODI match against Sri Lanka in 2004 (photo by Phillers/Getty Image)

Experienced zimbabwe batter Brandon taylor Another milestone is added to his decorated career, which has become a player with the longest ODI career among all the batsmen starting in the 21st century. The 39 -year -old Taylor marked his one -day international return after four years, when Zimbabwe faced Sri Lanka in Harare on Friday. The format was first played on April 20, 2004, against the same protest in Bulvio, Taylor’s ODI area is now more than 21 years and 132 days. With this, the wicketkeeper-bitter surpassed Scene Williams (19 years, 300 days) for the longest ODI career among the players starting after January 1, 2001. Globally, Taylor climbed into the top three of the time, extending Pakistan’s legend Javed Miandad (20 years, 272 days). Only Sachin Tendulkar (22 years, 91 days) and Sanath Jaisuria (21 years, 184 days) are now ahead of him in the list. Taylor had already acquired a similar landmark earlier this month when he became a cricketer with the longest testing career among all the people who started in the 21st century. Since 1989, only Tendulkar has enjoyed a long -term in Test cricket, which is appearing in 24 years and a day in 200 matches.The longest one -day career player

A mainstay of Zimbabwe’s batting for almost two decades, Taylor is also the creator of the country’s major century in Odis with 11. He starred famous in the 2015 World Cup, scoring 433 runs in six innings over two centuries. Now, he has just overtaken the 103-run Andy Flower, which is in the format as Zimbabwe’s highest run-scorer. Taylor’s ODI record currently reads: 206 matches, 6684 with 11 centuries and 39 fifties at an average of 35.55. His highest score is not 145. For Zimbabwe Cricket, Taylor’s return is not only about numbers, but also about inspiration. After serving a three and a half year suspension imposed by the ICC on corruption charges, he returned to international cricket against New Zealand earlier this month, scoring 44 and 7 in his Test return.

With his career now moving ahead for two decades, Taylor has ensured his place with great sports in terms of longevity.