While cricket is a pretty serious game, it is also very necessary to keep things light and breezy. Press conferences in cricket are something that always brings out the humorous sides of Cricketers. In this article, we will have a look at some of the most famous and hilarious instances of press conferences involving Indian players.
Rohit Sharma
During press conferences, the current Indian captain, Rohit Sharma, is known for his witty responses to journalists. He's made many memorable remarks in front of the camera, but none compare to the one that had everyone in splits.
When a journalist asked Rohit if he had any advice for the Pakistani team, he replied that once he becomes Pakistan's coach, he will tell them what they need to work on. "Agar mai Pakistan ka coach bana to bilkul bataunga. Abhi to... Abhi kya bataunga," he said.
Rohit Sharma Funny 🤣🤣 Press Conference from 2019 world cup#T20WorldCup2022 pic.twitter.com/n1NhTMWuHm
— Cric (@CricLavdeep4518) September 18, 2022
MS Dhoni
MS Dhoni has one of the sharpest cricketing minds in the world, but it's not just his knowledge of the game that sets him apart. He also has a wonderful sense of humour. During a press conference in the 2016 World Cup, Dhoni demonstrated his wit.
An Australian journalist inquired whether he planned to continue playing after the tournament, despite having accomplished everything in the game. Dhoni summoned the journalist to the podium and grilled him, which went viral on social media at the time. "Do you think I'm unfit?" Dhoni hilariously questioned. "Do you think I can continue till the 2019 World Cup?" he continued.
Who could forget when our man @samuelfez asked India's gloveman about his playing future in 2016 and @msdhoni answered by turning the tables the intrepid reporter 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/KxRWxgTiLm
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) August 16, 2020
Ravichandran Ashwin
When Australian captain Tim Paine sledged Ravichandran Ashwin during a Test match in Australia, the Indian off-spinner gave it back and entertained the fans in an epic stump-mic battle. Paine challenged Ashwin to visit Gabba, but the Indian had the last laugh.
"I can’t wait to get you to the Gabba Ash I’ll tell you what, woo hoo," Tim Paine had said in the match before the Gabba Test in 2021. "Just like we want to get you to India that will be your last series," Ashwin hit back.
🗣 'I ended up looking the fool, didn't I?'
— ESPNcricinfo (@ESPNcricinfo) January 12, 2021
Tim Paine had a quick chat and a laugh with R Ashwin after the dramatic finish at the SCG 🏏https://t.co/4G5zisM12v #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/Eh4hLtzYRv
Ravindra Jadeja
Not many would expect Ravindra Jadeja to be on this list, but his press-conference moment is the funniest of all. During a home series against New Zealand, Jadeja spoke of the footmarks on the pitch that helped the bowlers.
When describing how difficult it is for new batters to get going, the Indian all-rounder nearly used foul language in front of the media. "Turning track pe naya batsman koi bhi jayega, uske liye itna footmarks dekhke udhar hi unki matlab (smiles)... Wo... Udhar hi wo thoda ghabra jaynge," he said.
Hilarious: @imjadeja on why new batsmen find it tough on turning tracks (Works best if you know Hindi) pic.twitter.com/YTp8kOjhwd
— ESPNcricinfo (@ESPNcricinfo) September 25, 2016