India and Bangladesh rivalry took a new turn when Mushfiqur Rahim celebrated prematurely in a T20 World Cup 2016 game which India won eventually. During the same tournament, he posted a controversial post when India lost to West Indies in the semi-final. In the ongoing first Test between both countries, the former Bangladesh skipper tried to forge a new rivalry between Virat Kohli and Rahim.
The first Test innings were a forgettable performance for both batters. Ravi Shastri’s brief question interrupted Tamim, who was expecting a heated argument between two veterans in the commentary panel. After Shastri questioned him extensively, the southpaw predicted some drama in the middle and that the players had some history.
Tamim Iqbal: Virat Kohli is in the slips, and Mushfiqur Rahim is batting. Be careful now. Watch out for them. They have a fascinating past.
What history, Ravi Shastri?
Tamim Iqbal: Oh, Ravi, you know. You are aware of the history I am discussing. (laughs)
Harsha Bhogle: You know, Tamim, you left. Mushfiqur must have some background with each of them, I suppose.
I never sledge Kohli because he gets pumped up by that: Mushfiqur Rahim
The renowned “Snake Dance” celebration surfaced during the Asia Cup final between the two countries, intensifying their competitive rivalry. Rahim clarified the brewing rumours when in India for the 2023 World Cup by saying that Kohli consistently attempts to bully him and his teammates.
Some batters are energised by sledging, and they adore it. I never scold him because it makes him feel more energised. I usually advise my bowlers to get rid of him right away.
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Being an extremely competitive person who doesn’t want to lose any cricket matches, he usually tries to sledge me every time I bat when we play. Rahim had earlier stated, “I truly love that competition with him and the challenge that comes with facing him and India.
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