'MS Dhoni Asked Rohit Sharma to Hand Me The Asia Cup 2018 Winner's Trophy', Reveals Khaleel Ahmed
It reminded the fans of MS Dhoni, the captain, who used to hand over the winning trophy to the younger members of the squad. Here's what Khaleel Ahmed has to say about the same.
India won the Asia Cup 2018 under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma. After India lifted the Winner’s trophy, it was heartening to see Rohit giving the trophy to young Khaleel Ahmed amidst all the jubilation. It reminded the fans of MS Dhoni, the captain, who used to hand over the winning trophy to the younger members of the squad. India Win Asia Cup 2018 by Defeating Bangladesh, Here's How Twitterati Reacted!
Rohit Sharma’s gesture of handing over the Asia Cup 2018 trophy to Khaleel Ahmed turned the clock back to glimpses of Dhoni letting the youngsters step-up during the celebrations. It seemed like Rohit Sharma too, had tried to put on Dhoni’s shoes after he made Khaleel pose with the trophy upfront. However, the truth is otherwise. Asia Cup 2018 Leading Run-Scorers: Shikhar Dhawan Finishes As the Batsmen With Most Runs in Asian Cricket Tournament.
Talking to The Times of India, Khaleel Ahmed revealed, “Dhoni bhai asked Rohit Sharma to let me hold the trophy on the dais. He gave me the trophy because I was the youngest member of the team and it was my debut series. It was a memorable experience for me.” India vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2018 Final Video Highlights: Indian Cricket Team Lifts Record 7th Title.
Speaking about the winning moments, Khaleel further added, “When Dhoni bhai and Rohit asked me to hold the winning trophy, I had no words. I became emotional and will never forget that moment.” India vs Bangladesh, Asia Cup Final 2018: As Match Goes Down the Wire, Crowd's Reaction Grows Louder; See Pictures.
India won the Asia Cup final by defeating Bangladesh in the last-ball thriller. In India’s first match of the tournament against Hong Kong, it was Khaleel Ahmed who helped India stage a comeback in the game. It was his debut ODI match where the young fast-bowler conceded 48 runs and picked up three crucial wickets!
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