Former India captain Rohit Sharma recently opened up about his successful opening partnership with Shikhar Dhawan on the entertainment show Family Full House with Rohit Sharma.Rohit explained that Dhawan’s natural attacking style allowed him to take his time at the other end. He also revealed that the two often kept conversations light while walking out to bat, which helped them deal with the pressure of international cricket.Key HighlightsRohit Sharma spoke about his partnership with Shikhar Dhawan on Family Full House.He said Dhawan’s natural game allowed him to play at his own pace.Rohit praised Dhawan for scoring quickly without taking unnecessary risks.The former opening partners often joked and had random conversations before batting.Rohit said their conversations helped release pressure during matches.The duo became one of India’s most recognised opening partnerships.What Did Rohit Sharma Say About Shikhar Dhawan?Rohit said one of Dhawan’s biggest strengths was his natural ability to score quickly.According to Rohit, Dhawan could maintain a strike rate of more than 100 without taking unnecessary risks. This gave Rohit the freedom to spend more time at the crease and build his innings at his own pace.Rohit explained that when he opened with Dhawan, he did not feel the same pressure because Dhawan’s approach at the other end allowed him to settle into his innings.The former India captain has previously spoken about the same bond, saying Dhawan would take the pressure upon himself and not allow it to reach him.Rohit and Dhawan Used to Talk About Random ThingsRohit also revealed that the pair did not always discuss cricket while walking out to bat.Instead of constantly talking about the bowler or match situation, they often had random conversations.Rohit said this helped them release some of the pressure before facing the opposition bowling attack. Their relaxed approach became an important part of their understanding as opening partners.Their friendship had developed from a young age, when they began playing together at the competitive level. Over time, that familiarity translated into a strong understanding on the cricket field.One of India’s Most Recognised Opening PairsRohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan became one of India's most familiar opening combinations, particularly in ODI cricket.Dhawan’s aggressive approach complemented Rohit’s ability to build an innings. Their contrasting styles allowed both batters to play their natural games while putting pressure on opposition bowlers.The partnership was also associated with several important performances for India across major tournaments and bilateral series.Family Full House Brings the Duo Together AgainThe conversation took place on Family Full House with Rohit Sharma, where Dhawan appeared as Rohit’s guest.The show gave the two former teammates an opportunity to revisit their cricketing journey and their friendship away from the field.The pair have also shared playful moments on the show, including a conversation about their popularity among female fans. Dhawan jokingly described Rohit as “cute”, while Rohit called his response diplomatic.Family Full House with Rohit Sharma airs on Sony Entertainment Television and is also available on Sony LIV.Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan’s BondBeyond their numbers as opening batters, Rohit’s comments highlight the importance of trust and understanding between two players.For Rohit, Dhawan’s ability to score quickly gave him time to settle, while their relaxed conversations helped them manage the pressure of international cricket.Their partnership may now belong to the past, but their friendship continues to feature in their public appearances, with Family Full House offering fans another look at their connection.
