Dinesh Karthik Shares Hardik Pandya’s Aggressive Sledge and Remembers MS Dhoni’s Praise

Dinesh Karthik, the former Indian Premier League (IPL) player, recently shared some interesting insights into the banter he experienced on the field during his career. One particular sledge from Hardik Pandya has stuck with him.

Karthik recalled the moment when Pandya taunted him by saying, “Abhi legspinner aaya, iska thank you hi hai” (Now a legspinner will come and it is Thank You time). Despite the initial jibe, Karthik managed to impress Pandya with his batting, prompting Pandya to acknowledge, “Theek hai, thoda improve hogaya lag raha hai” (Looks like he’s improved a bit).

In a light-hearted manner, Karthik also mentioned how Rohit Sharma teased him about playing in the World Cup, adding a touch of humor to their interactions on the field.

Additionally, Karthik shared a playful moment with Glenn Maxwell, where he jokingly commented, “They call him the Big Show but I think it’s going to be a short show boys.” This friendly banter added a fun element to their on-field encounters.

Moreover, Karthik received compliments from his fellow players, with Virat Kohli expressing his desire to have Karthik on the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) team and MS Dhoni praising his commentary skills.

These anecdotes provide a glimpse into the camaraderie and sportsmanship that exist among players in the IPL, showcasing the lighter side of the competitive cricketing world.