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Former Indian cricketers RP Singh and Anil Kumble shared amusing stories about being mistaken for other celebrities and players. RP Singh revealed fans once called him George Clooney, while Kumble was baffled when people in the US thought he was Sunil Gavaskar. The duo discussed these mix-ups in a special episode of 'Cheeky Singles' on JioHotstar. Both players had illustrious careers, with Singh being a T20 World Cup hero and Kumble becoming India's highest wicket-taker in Tests.

Key Points: RP Singh Mistaken for George Clooney Kumble Recalls Gavaskar Mix-Up

  • RP Singh reveals fans mistook him for Rohit Sharma and George Clooney
  • Anil Kumble recalls being called Sunil Gavaskar in the US
  • Both cricketers share hilarious lookalike mix-ups in JioHotstar special
  • RP Singh was a key player in India's 2007 T20 World Cup win
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RP Singh called George Clooney, Kumble recognised as Gavaskar: Former stars recall hilarious lookalike moments

Former cricketers RP Singh and Anil Kumble share funny fan moments, from being called George Clooney to mistaken for Sunil Gavaskar.

"Someone even called me 'George Clooney' once on social media. I told them, 'Now that's too much!' – RP Singh"

New Delhi, August 13

Former India quick Rudra Pratap Singh and decorated spin bowling maestro Anil Kumble recalled the hilarious moments when fans recognised them as other cricketers.

Just like the buzz of top actors from Hollywood and Bollywood, the world of cricket has had its fair share of glamour. England's charming former opener, Alastair Cook, has been likened to Henry Cavill.

India's batting maestro Virat Kohli has been likened to Dominic Cooper, while former South Africa tearaway Dale Steyn has often sparked comparisons with James Bond star Daniel Craig.

However, Rudra Pratap's recent revelation has left him with arguably one of the most versatile lists of lookalikes. From being linked to seasoned opener Rohit Sharma and even the flamboyant actor George Clooney, Rudra Pratap's claims indeed leave him with the most impressive names.

"I've been mistaken for Rohit Sharma on several occasions, not just once, but many times. And it doesn't stop there. Someone even called me 'George Clooney' once on social media. I told them, 'Now that's too much!'" Rudra Pratap said in the latest episode of JioHotstar special 'Cheeky Singles'.

India's former ball-tweaking stalwart Kumble has been associated with former India legends, including Kapil Dev, Javagal Srinath and many more. However, one particular linkup left him baffled.

"Many things have happened to me, too. People have called me Javagal Srinath; that's fine. Some said Ravi Shastri, that's also fine. Kapil Dev, fine as well. Some even thought I was Azharuddin -- that's okay. But in the US, people came up to me and said, 'You are Sunil Gavaskar.' That one was a bit much," Kumble said.

During his prime years, RP Singh was one of India's star-studded fast-bowling mainstays. He played a pivotal role in steering India to the T20 World Cup title in the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2007. He made 82 appearances for India across all formats and scythed 124 wickets. He announced his retirement from international cricket in 2018.

On the other hand, Kumble pulled the curtains down on his career with 619 Test scalps and 337 ODI wickets. His tally of 619 Test wickets is the most by an Indian bowler.

He is also India's leading wicket-taker in ODIs and international cricket as a whole. With 2,506 runs in 132 Tests at an average of 17.77, one century and five fifties, he was also a handy batter in Tests.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Kumble being called Gavaskar in the US shows how little Americans know about cricket legends. But it's sweet that they at least recognized he's someone important from Indian cricket!
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Rohit P
As a diehard cricket fan, I can't imagine confusing Kumble with Gavaskar! They're from completely different eras and have such different styles. But these stories show how our cricketers have great sense of humor about it.
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Nisha Z
The article is fun but misses the most obvious lookalike - Rahul Dravid and Sadhguru! Even my grandmother gets confused when she sees them on TV. Maybe they should do a segment on that next?
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David E
As an American living in India, I can confirm we know very little about cricket! But after 5 years here, even I wouldn't mix up Kumble and Gavaskar. Those fans must have been completely new to the sport.
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Priya S
Respectfully, the article could have included more women cricketers' experiences too. Mithali Raj and Harmanpreet Kaur must have faced similar situations. Indian women's cricket deserves equal spotlight in such fun pieces!

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