"I'm Sure He Has Timer On": R Ashwin Trolls Rohit Sharma, Leaves India Captain In Splits

22.09.2024 - 13:55 sports.ndtv.com

India's Test all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin didn't just ace his duties on the field but also off it, after being challenged by skipper Rohit Sharma to keep the conversation with presenter Harsha Bhogle shorter than his.

As Ashwin was called up for a chat by Harsha, after being named the Player of the Match for his 6-for and hundred in the Chepauk Test, the all-rounder had everyone laughing as he spoke of the challenge skipper Rohit had given him.

Rohit, who had a lengthy conversation with Harsha during the post-match presentation ceremony, had challenged Ashwin to keep his shorter.

The all-rounder cheekily reminded Harsha of the challenge in an attempt to wrap up the conversation early. "He updated me saying that we would have a long chat.

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