Gavaskar Recalls Miandad’s Hilarious Room Number Prank in India vs Pakistan Test
India vs Pakistan: Gavaskar Recounts Miandad’s Hilarious Room Number Prank
The rivalry between India and Pakistan on the cricket field has produced countless memorable moments, both on and off the pitch. One such incident, hilariously narrated by former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, has become a legend in cricketing folklore.
During an appearance on Kapil Sharma’s show ‘Comedy Nights with Kapil’ alongside former India opener Virender Sehwag, Gavaskar shared the story with his trademark wit. The incident occurred during a Test match between India and Pakistan in Bangalore.
“There was a very good Indian spinner who was making a comeback after being dropped from the previous tour,” Gavaskar began. “Javed Miandad, a legendary Pakistani batsman, was known for his aggression and ability to get under the skin of the opposition.”
Miandad, sensing the bowler’s potential threat on the turning pitch, devised a plan to unsettle him. “Every time he defended the ball and it rolled back towards the bowler, he would ask: ‘Eh, tera room number kya hai, room number?'” Gavaskar recalled, imitating Miandad’s lisping speech.
“Syed Kirmani, India’s wicketkeeper at the time, was perplexed by this behavior. He asked me, ‘Yeh kya ho raha hai?’ I replied, ‘Kiri, Javed ne shuru kiya hai, Javed hi khatam karega, hum thoda intezar karenge,'” Gavaskar said.
The bowler’s frustration grew with each repetition of the question. Finally, he snapped and asked Miandad, “Kyu, room number kyu chahiye?”
Miandad’s response was both witty and intimidating: “Kyuki tere room mei mere ko six maarne ka hai.”
The audience erupted in laughter, and the bowler was left visibly shaken. Miandad’s psychological ploy had worked, and he went on to play a crucial role in Pakistan’s victory.
This incident is a testament to the unique rivalry between India and Pakistan, where even the most serious of matches can be punctuated by moments of humor and camaraderie.