WATCH: Rohit Sharma’s hilarious exchange with Shubman Gill sparks excitement among fans ahead of Asia Cup 2023 final

India are gearing up to take on Sri Laka in the highly anticipated final match of the Asia Cup 2023 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday, September 17. However, the Indian team faced an unexpected setback when they were defeated by Bangladesh in a thrilling encounter on September 15. Fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the final showdown to witness how the Indian team will bounce back from their recent loss and strive to claim the coveted Asia Cup title.

Meanwhile, a video is getting viral on the internet just ahead of the final contest in which Indian captain Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill can be having a hilarious exchange with each other in front of an elevator. Rohit could be heard saying, “Nahi aise nhi hoga, pagal hai kya (No, it won’t happen like this. Are you mad?).” The video has left the fans confused about what was Rohit trying to say to Gill.

Watch the video here:

Under the astute leadership of seasoned Indian opener Rohit, India are determined to break their five-year trophy drought of the Asia Cup title. India, with a storied history as record-time winners, is poised to face defending champions Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023 final. India’s journey to the final has been marked by impressive victories over Nepal, arch-rivals Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in this fiercely contested continental tournament.

In a memorable clash during the Super 4 stage, Rohit and his team delivered a resounding performance against Babar Azam’s Pakistan, securing their most comprehensive ODI victory over their arch-rivals. This pivotal win propelled them into the Asia Cup final, setting the stage for a showdown against Sri Lanka. 

Rohit Sharma showered praise on Shubman Gill

However, in their final Super 4 encounter against Bangladesh, the Men in Blue experienced their first setback of the tournament. It is to be noted that India’s key players were rested for the match. Shubman Gill, with his remarkable innings of 121 runs off 133 balls, displayed exceptional skill and determination, although it ended in a losing cause as Bangladesh emerged victorious by a slender margin of 6 runs on Friday, September 15. 

In the post-match presentation, Rohit praised Gill’s outstanding century, emphasizing his unwavering commitment towards the team. Rohit highlighted Gill’s consistency over the past year and his proficiency against the new ball, underscoring the young talent’s relentless work ethic and dedication, noting that there’s no room for optional practice when it comes to Gill’s commitment to the game.