Updated On: 12 August, 2025 04:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The former India batsman said that once there was a discussion in the Indian dressing room where they decided not to sledge the legendary West Indies cricketer. Chopra added that the side had made up their mind that Lara would get out on his own when it had to happen

Brian Lara (Pic: X/@ICC)
Former Team India cricketer Aakash Chopra revealed one of the dressing room chats during his playing time for the national side.
He said that once there was a discussion in the Indian dressing room where they decided not to sledge legendary West Indies cricketer Brian Lara. He added that the side had made up their mind that Lara would get out on his own when it had to happen.
While speaking on the `Cheeky Singles`, Chopra said, "It’s not usually pre-planned to sledge someone, but I remember one incident where it was pre-decided that it must not be done. This was during India’s tour of the West Indies, in the era of Brian Lara. In our very first team meeting, it was decided to leave him alone. No one would say anything to him".