Mahendra Singh Dhoni told me I was ‘capable’ of opening the batting, reveals Rohit Sharma

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“Whatever little MS spoke with me, he did suggest that I have the ability to open the batting and counter the new ball”

India opening batsman Rohit Sharma has revealed that he became acquainted with the role of opening the batting after captain Mahendra Singh told him he was “capable” and had the “ability” of becoming a proficient opener.

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Champions Trophy 2013 1st semi-final: England Trott along to final after blowing past the ‘chokers’

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‘Mr Consistent’ did what he does best to knock South Africa out of the tournament

South Africa captain AB de Villiers was adamant that his side would not ‘choke’ during their semi-final encounter with England, but that was exactly what ended up happening as they were dominated and put out of their misery by Jonathan Trott.

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