New Delhi, Feb. 28 -- Ahead of India's clash against New Zealand in Dubai, former opener Shikhar Dhawan spoke about his own 2013 Champions Trophy journey, his 9-year-long opening partnership with Rohit Sharma, which also began at the same tournament, and his thoughts on Rohit Sharma as a captain in a special series.

The Men in Blue will lock horns with the Mitchell Santner-led side in their last group stage match in the ongoing marquee event at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

"We trust each other and our understanding and level of communication was very high. On the field and off, our bond is the same. We played together, and we have partied together after winning so many series. We have played as a team. That whole journey a...