T20 World Cup: MS Dhoni's experience of handling pressure will be big advantage to India, says Gautam Gambhir
3 years, 4 months ago

T20 World Cup: MS Dhoni's experience of handling pressure will be big advantage to India, says Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir welcomed the appointment of MS Dhoni as mentor for India's T20 World Cup squad, saying the World Cup-winning former captain's experience will come in handy for India, who have plenty of youngsters in the 15-man squad. Gautam Gambhir, speaking to Star Sports, pointed out that India would have wanted to rope in MS Dhoni as mentor not to help with skills but to handle pressure in big matches, which the Chennai Super Kings captain is known for. Dhoni's appointment as India's mentor for the T20 World Cup was made official by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, who played a crucial role in convincing the former captain and the team management about the addition to the support staff. Jay Shah said on Wednesday that Dhoni was keen on contributing to the senior national team and that his appointment as mentor for only for the T20 World Cup.

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'Gambhir-led coaching staff has different style compared to Dravid but that's no problem': Rohit Sharma
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Gambhir-led coaching staff has different style compared to Dravid but that's no problem': Rohit Sharma

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: India captain Rohit Sharma on Tuesday said head coach Gautam Gambhir's style is different from his predecessor Rahul Dravid but insisted he shares a good rapport with the new appointee, and the rest of his fresh set of support staff. Gambhir, a World Cup-winning former opener, took charge of India in July during a white ball tour to Sri …

'MS Dhoni will never...': Harbhajan Singh on Rohit Sharma and MSD being 'completely different leaders'
4 months, 1 week ago

'MS Dhoni will never...': Harbhajan Singh on Rohit Sharma and MSD being 'completely different leaders'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma this year joined MS Dhoni in being the only two players to have led India to a T20 World Cup title. Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni are the only two players to have led India to victory in the T20 World Cup Harbhajan Singh has played under both Rohit and Dhoni at different stages of his career. “Dhoni …

Gautam Gambhir 'speaks less, but...': Avesh Khan provides unique insight into newly-appointed India coach's functioning
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir 'speaks less, but...': Avesh Khan provides unique insight into newly-appointed India coach's functioning

Hindustan Times  

Earlier this month, the BCCI announced Gautam Gambhir as the new head coach of the Indian men's cricket team. Unafraid to call a spade a spade, Gambhir's unfiltered and assertive personality sets him apart as a coach who is expected to bring a new dynamic to the Indian cricket team's leadership. India's pacer Avesh Khan, who was a key part …

'Thanks for the priceless birthday gift': MS Dhoni loses calm as India win T20 World Cup
6 months, 1 week ago

'Thanks for the priceless birthday gift': MS Dhoni loses calm as India win T20 World Cup

Firstpost  

India won their first T20 World Cup since MS Dhoni led the Men in Blue to glory in 2007. The Indian cricket team clinched their second T20 World Cup title in thrilling fashion against South Africa at the Kensington Oval on Saturday. T20 World Cup 2024: News | Schedule | Results | Points Table Despite a challenging situation where South …

Coach's wise words that made Rohit turn over a new leaf
6 months, 1 week ago

Coach's wise words that made Rohit turn over a new leaf

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: He was hailed as one for the future since his international debut in 2007. Fittingly enough, only a few months later, he made his maiden international appearance in the shortest format during the inaugural T20 World Cup. By the time the tournament came to an end, the MS Dhoni-led Indian team had won the trophy and 20-year-old Rohit Sharma …

With MS Dhoni-like instincts, Rohit Sharma tipped to emulate India great in T20 World Cup semis: ‘Mahi used to…’
6 months, 2 weeks ago

With MS Dhoni-like instincts, Rohit Sharma tipped to emulate India great in T20 World Cup semis: ‘Mahi used to…’

Hindustan Times  

It was MS Dhoni who promoted a young Rohit Sharma to open the innings for Team India in the limited-overs format. Rohit Sharma earlier credited MS Dhoni for changing his career Fast-forward the clock to the present, Rohit is leading Team India at the grandest stage of them all—the T20 World Cup. In his second T20 World Cup as the …

T20 World Cup: Meet Indian-origin players in USA squad
7 months ago

T20 World Cup: Meet Indian-origin players in USA squad

Deccan Chronicle  

Dallas: Some were seeking greener pastures after a decent first-class career, a few wanted life to give them a second chance, while for some others, being good but not good enough was what forced them to locate an obscure cricket field at the weekend. Meet the stars of the T20 World Cup debutants USA who stunned the cricket world by …

Watch | If he has applied, Gambhir would be good coach for India: Ganguly
7 months, 1 week ago

Watch | If he has applied, Gambhir would be good coach for India: Ganguly

The Hindu  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Saturday said Gautam Gambhir would be a “good coach” for the national cricket team if he has applied for the job as his “hunger and passion” was evident in the recently-concluded IPL. India’s head coach position will fall vacant after Rahul Dravid steps down at the end of the team’s T20 World Cup campaign …

'MS Dhoni took decisions that benefited the team. Can Rohit Sharma do it?': India captain sent 'personal goals' warning
7 months, 3 weeks ago

'MS Dhoni took decisions that benefited the team. Can Rohit Sharma do it?': India captain sent 'personal goals' warning

Hindustan Times  

Team India will aim to end its 11-year trophy drought when Rohit Sharma's men kickstart their T20 World Cup campaign in the Americas next month. India's captain Rohit Sharma during the ODI World Cup last year As India prepare to put behind the heartbreaks and start afresh at the T20 World Cup, Harbhajan Singh has some advice for Rohit Sharma …

'If MS Dhoni says he wants to play T20 World Cup…': Agarkar poked with 'wildcard' surprise before India squad selection
8 months, 2 weeks ago

'If MS Dhoni says he wants to play T20 World Cup…': Agarkar poked with 'wildcard' surprise before India squad selection

Hindustan Times  

Among all the Indian wicketkeeper batters that are knocking on the doors of selectors – Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, KL Rahul, even Dinesh Karthik – another name can apparently join the list. What if, through some hocus pocus, Dhoni is included in India's T20 World Cup squad? It's been almost five years since Dhoni played his last match for India …

T20 World Cup 2024: Uganda names former Indian domestic player Abhay Sharma as head coach
8 months, 2 weeks ago

T20 World Cup 2024: Uganda names former Indian domestic player Abhay Sharma as head coach

The Hindu  

The Uganda Cricket Association on Tuesday named Indian former first-class cricketer Abhay Sharma as the new head coach of the men’s national team in the run-up to the Twenty20 World Cup. The UCA announced Sharma’s appointment on a three-year working contract in a statement on its website, saying he brought a “wealth of knowledge and expertise to lead the Cricket …

'Nobody expected Dhoni to win T20 World Cup...': Virender Sehwag hands MSD moniker to Ruturaj Gaikwad
9 months ago

'Nobody expected Dhoni to win T20 World Cup...': Virender Sehwag hands MSD moniker to Ruturaj Gaikwad

Hindustan Times  

A few days back, former India cricketer Virender Sehwag, when asked to choose between the two young Indian captains in IPL 2024 - Shubman Gill and Ruturaj Gaikwad - the legendary opener stated that while the GT skipper doesn't have “support,” the latter has MS Dhoni by his side. However, amid CSK claiming their third win this season, against Kolkata …

IPL 2024: MS Dhoni, CSK's one-tournament wonder
9 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2024: MS Dhoni, CSK's one-tournament wonder

Hindustan Times  

For Chennai Super Kings faithful, it was almost as if the result didn't matter. Chennai Super Kings' MS Dhoni fields the ball during the Indian Premier League cricket tournament between between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans It was the second home venue for Delhi Capitals -- Visakhapatnam. In an interview to ESPNCricinfo, CSK head coach Stephen Fleming said that …

IND vs AFG: Rohit Sharma goes level with MS Dhoni for most wins as captain in T20Is
11 months, 3 weeks ago

IND vs AFG: Rohit Sharma goes level with MS Dhoni for most wins as captain in T20Is

India Today  

Rohit Sharma has gone level with MS Dhoni for most wins as India skipper in T20Is after the thrilling Super over win against Afghanistan in Bengaluru on January 17. IND vs AFG 3rd T20I Highlights The Indian skipper etched his name in the annals of cricket history by scoring a record fifth T20 International century. Alongside Rinku Singh, who scored …

IND vs AFG, 1st T20I: Spotlight on powerplay master Rohit Sharma as focus shifts to T20 World Cup 2024
11 months, 4 weeks ago

IND vs AFG, 1st T20I: Spotlight on powerplay master Rohit Sharma as focus shifts to T20 World Cup 2024

India Today  

Rohit Sharma is back in India’s T20I setup and is set to lead the team in their three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. IND vs AFG 1st T20I: Preview | Predicted XI This will be the first time that Rohit represents India in white-ball cricket since the defeat in the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup at the hands of …

MS Dhoni back with new ad ahead of Cricket World Cup 2023, has a 'mat bol' message for fans
1 year, 3 months ago

MS Dhoni back with new ad ahead of Cricket World Cup 2023, has a 'mat bol' message for fans

India Today  

The World Cup season is here and former India captain MS Dhoni is back with another cheeky Flaunting his new hairstyle in the "Mat Bol," Dhoni says as he goes on and explains why. Cricket World Cup 2023: Full Coverage Notably, Dhoni was part of a similar ad campaign ahead of the T20 World Cup in 2022. Dhoni was seen …

'Had My Differences With MS Dhoni': T20 World Cup Winner Makes BIG Revelation
1 year, 3 months ago

'Had My Differences With MS Dhoni': T20 World Cup Winner Makes BIG Revelation

ABP News  

MS Dhoni, the only India captain ever to lead the national team to all white-ball trophies, is arguably the greatest leaders of all time in sports. India winning the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup remains two of the biggest achievements in MS Dhoni's inspiring career. Former India pacer S Sreesanth, a key member of both these …

MS Dhoni sacrificed the batter in him due to captaincy, says Gautam Gambhir
1 year, 3 months ago

MS Dhoni sacrificed the batter in him due to captaincy, says Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

Former India opening batter Gautam Gambhir has said that former India skipper MS Dhoni sacrificed the batter in him due to his captaincy. Speaking to Star Sports, Gambhir said Dhoni could change the game with his batting ability, insisting that he was a blessing for India cricket since he could win matches by batting at No. Apart from winning the …

'If MS Dhoni got you out in the nets, you wouldn't be able to sit with him': Ex-India star narrates startling MSD story
1 year, 6 months ago

'If MS Dhoni got you out in the nets, you wouldn't be able to sit with him': Ex-India star narrates startling MSD story

Hindustan Times  

MS Dhoni is rated as one of the most successful captains of all time in international cricket, particularly in the limited overs formats. A number of great careers started under the captaincy of MS Dhoni Current India captain Rohit Sharma may have played his first international when Rahul Dravid was skipper but it was under Dhoni that he flourished and …

Dilip Vengsarkar reveals why and how MS Dhoni became India captain after Rahul Dravid quit
1 year, 6 months ago

Dilip Vengsarkar reveals why and how MS Dhoni became India captain after Rahul Dravid quit

Hindustan Times  

When Rahul Dravid decided to quit as India's all-format captain on September 14, 2007, MS Dhoni was leading India against Pakistan in a group match of the inaugural edition of the T20 World Cup. Rahul Dravid, Suresh Raina, and MS Dhoni during an ODI in 2006 After Dravid decided to opt out of the T20 World Cup, Sachin Tendulkar and …

MS Dhoni has an aura around him in dressing room: CSK opener Devon Conway
1 year, 6 months ago

MS Dhoni has an aura around him in dressing room: CSK opener Devon Conway

Firstpost  

Devon Conway, who was one of the heroes of CSK’s fifth IPL triumph, spoke about his talismanic captain MS Dhoni. Star New Zealand opener Devon Conway feels lucky to have spent quality time with Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and is absolutely blown away by the aura that surrounds the Indian talisman. “Moeen, MS, Rahane and I spent …

MS Dhoni opens on team first ideology, heaps praise on management for backing players
1 year, 7 months ago

MS Dhoni opens on team first ideology, heaps praise on management for backing players

India TV News  

DC vs CSK: MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings on Saturday registered a thumping 77-run win over Delhi Capitals in their final league stage game of IPL 2023. Notably, after the win, CSK skipper Dhoni highlighted the importance of having players with team first ideology. After winning their final league stage game at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, Dhoni opened …

'MS was rattled to the core...': Ex-IPL star reveals how Gambhir 'played with Dhoni's ego' amid Kohli controversy
1 year, 8 months ago

'MS was rattled to the core...': Ex-IPL star reveals how Gambhir 'played with Dhoni's ego' amid Kohli controversy

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli isn't the only Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has a history with. On Wednesday, during Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2023 encounter against Lucknow Super Giants that saw Gambhir and Dhoni once again squaring off against each other – albeit in a different role – former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan narrated a fascinating incident. Dhoni's biggest asset, besides being a …

MS Dhoni as India head coach one day? Sunil Gavaskar has this to say
1 year, 8 months ago

MS Dhoni as India head coach one day? Sunil Gavaskar has this to say

India Today  

Legendary Indian batter Sunil Gavaskar has shared his opinion on if MS Dhoni should become the coach of the Indian national team one day. Dhoni, who has been out of international cricket since 2019 ODI World Cup was part of the Indian dugout in the 2021 edition of the T20 World Cup, played in the United Arab Emirates. The former …

IND vs NZ 1st T20I: MS Dhoni makes special visit at team's training in Ranchi ahead of series opener
1 year, 11 months ago

IND vs NZ 1st T20I: MS Dhoni makes special visit at team's training in Ranchi ahead of series opener

India TV News  

Former India skipper MS Dhoni made a special visit during the Team's training session on Saturday in Ranchi, his hometown. India is set to face New Zealand in the opener of the three-match T20I series on January 27. Team India has won the series four times while New Zealand has won the T20 series three times against India. Results of …

'If there's an opportunity, I would definitely be reaching out to MS Dhoni': Graeme Smith opens the door for MSD in SA20
1 year, 11 months ago

'If there's an opportunity, I would definitely be reaching out to MS Dhoni': Graeme Smith opens the door for MSD in SA20

Hindustan Times  

Graeme Smith, Commissioner of Cricket South Africa’s new league - SA20 had made it clear before the start of the season last month that the participation of Indian players in the league is "BCCI's prerogative". MS Dhoni; SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith Former India skipper MS Dhoni had bid adieu to international cricket in 2020. A few months back, there …

MS Dhoni to play in South Africa's T20 League? Graeme Smith provides updates
1 year, 11 months ago

MS Dhoni to play in South Africa's T20 League? Graeme Smith provides updates

India TV News  

Cricket South Africa's T20 league, SA 20 is underway and it has grabbed eyeballs for all the good reasons. Interestingly, as far as South Africa's T20 league is concerned, the teams are owned by a franchise who have already invested in the Indian Premier League. Cricket South Africa has managed things pretty well till this point in time and the …

MS Dhoni wanted to retire during 2019 World Cup: Former fielding coach R Sridhar reveals fascinating story
1 year, 11 months ago

MS Dhoni wanted to retire during 2019 World Cup: Former fielding coach R Sridhar reveals fascinating story

India Today  

Former India captain MS Dhoni decided to call time on his career during the 2019 ODI World Cup, former India fielding coach R Sridhar has revealed. "On the morning of the reserve day in our World Cup semifinal against New Zealand in Manchester, I was the first person at the breakfast hall. I was nursing my coffee when MS and …

WATCH VIDEO: MS Dhoni registers yet another achievement, and this time it is not related to cricket
2 years, 1 month ago

WATCH VIDEO: MS Dhoni registers yet another achievement, and this time it is not related to cricket

India TV News  

Be it on the field, or away from it, you just can't keep MS Dhoni out of the spotlight. The new season of the Indian Premier League is certainly far, but Dhoni certainly can't keep himself away from the joy of playing a sport. The winner of 3 ICC trophies, MS Dhoni had paired up with local talent Sumeet Kumar …

BCCI chief Roger Binny makes 'MS Dhoni' statement in huge verdict on Rohit Sharma's captaincy in T20 World Cup
2 years, 2 months ago

BCCI chief Roger Binny makes 'MS Dhoni' statement in huge verdict on Rohit Sharma's captaincy in T20 World Cup

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma is only among the four players at this edition of the T20 World Cup who were also part of the inaugural tournament 15 years back. Amid India's impressive run, BCCI chief Roger Binny made a big 'MS Dhoni' statement while giving his verdict on Rohit's captaincy. India captain Rohit Sharma; BCCI chief Roger Binny; MS Dhoni Rohit was …

'Everyone knows that when MS comes to bat…': Former India batter reveals how Gautam Gambhir outsmarted Dhoni in IPL
2 years, 2 months ago

'Everyone knows that when MS comes to bat…': Former India batter reveals how Gautam Gambhir outsmarted Dhoni in IPL

Hindustan Times  

MS Dhoni and Gautam Gambhir – the two names that played a pivotal role in India winning the 2011 World Cup. MS Dhoni and Gautam Gambhir were often pitted against each other in the IPL Even when CSK were banned and Dhoni represented the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiant, their rivalry continues. Robin Uthappa, the former India batter, who was with …

T20 World Cup 2007: Sreesanth on Dhoni manifesting success, Joginder’s last over in final and Uthappa’s bowl-out antics
2 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup 2007: Sreesanth on Dhoni manifesting success, Joginder’s last over in final and Uthappa’s bowl-out antics

The Hindu  

India fast-bowler S. Sreesanth, member of the 2007 T20 World Cup-winning team, shared his experience of being a part of a young dressing room and playing a new format under newly-appointed captain MS Dhoni in Sportstar’s latest episode of Wednesdays with WV. What’s funny is that Irfan Pathan and I weren’t selected for the NatWest Series that happened that year …

'We had misunderstanding once...': Virat Kohli's big MS Dhoni revelation ahead of India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup tie
2 years, 2 months ago

'We had misunderstanding once...': Virat Kohli's big MS Dhoni revelation ahead of India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup tie

Hindustan Times  

The bond, the friendship MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli share is known to all. In fact, during the 2022 Asia Cup last month, Kohli had revealed that Dhoni was the only person to have texted him after he had relinquished his Test captaincy role for India. However, in a recent interview, the former India captain has made a massive revelation …

T20 World Cup 2022: Rohit Sharma makes massive statement about MS Dhoni's victorious 2007 campaign
2 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup 2022: Rohit Sharma makes massive statement about MS Dhoni's victorious 2007 campaign

India TV News  

Highlights India will play against Pakistan on October 23, 2022 at MCG Rohit Sharma was a part of India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign in 2007 Over 16 teams are participating in this edition of the T20 World Cup T20 World Cup 2022: The Indian team looks all ready to embark on yet another World Cup journey, the men in …

MS Dhoni ends mystery! Here's what he announced on Social media
2 years, 3 months ago

MS Dhoni ends mystery! Here's what he announced on Social media

India TV News  

MS Dhoni announcement: Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni on Saturday posted on his Facebook that he will soon give some exciting news on Sunday at 2 PM. In the brand promotion, the veteran CSK player Dhoni linked the brand's previous launch and the World Cup win to the current scenario. This year there is another World Cup and if Oreo …

T20 World Cup 2022: 15 glorious years of MS Dhoni and young India team's world-dominating victory
2 years, 3 months ago

T20 World Cup 2022: 15 glorious years of MS Dhoni and young India team's world-dominating victory

India TV News  

T20 World Cup 2022: "In the air, Sreesanth takes it, India wins", the commentary by Ravi Shastri added to the drama that unfolded that day at the Bull Ring. A young Indian side led by the Mahendra Singh Dhoni team rose to the occasion of a marquee final as they basked under the glory of a T20 World Cup win. …

DC Edit | Team India must start performing
2 years, 3 months ago

DC Edit | Team India must start performing

Deccan Chronicle  

The squad of 15 cricketers the selectors have picked for the T20 World Cup in Australia is about all the talent that Team India possesses. In fact, it is 15 years since Dhoni’s men changed world cricket forever with their victory in the inaugural T20 World Cup in South Africa. Eleven years have gone by since the last World Cup …

T20 World Cup 2022: Can Rohit Sharma and co. repeat MS Dhoni-led Indian team's magical 2007?
2 years, 3 months ago

T20 World Cup 2022: Can Rohit Sharma and co. repeat MS Dhoni-led Indian team's magical 2007?

India TV News  

T20 World Cup 2022: The Indian team is all set to embark on yet another journey towards World Cup glory. Image Source : GETTY IMAGESRohit Sharma celebrating with Rishabh Pant and Axar Patel 15 years back, the Indian team had scripted history at the inaugural edition of the World Cup in 2007. Image Source : GETTY IMAGESThe Indian team after …

Asia Cup 2022: MS Dhoni has played a big role in my growth, says India's star all-rounder Hardik Pandya
2 years, 4 months ago

Asia Cup 2022: MS Dhoni has played a big role in my growth, says India's star all-rounder Hardik Pandya

India Today  

India's star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has claimed that former men's team captain MS Dhoni has played a big role in his growth as a cricketer. The 28-year-old was in sublime touch in the Asia Cup 2022 opener against Pakistan as he shone in both bowling and batting and guided India to a memorable win over their arch-rivals. Speaking to Star …

Watch: MS Dhoni, Ravi Shastri reunite during India vs England 3rd T20I as video goes viral; Twitter can't keep calm
2 years, 6 months ago

Watch: MS Dhoni, Ravi Shastri reunite during India vs England 3rd T20I as video goes viral; Twitter can't keep calm

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni is currently in England, and met the members of the Indian team as it takes on England in the T20I series. Ravi Shastri with MS Dhoni On Sunday, a video went viral on social media where MS Dhoni could be seen engaging in a conversation with former India head coach Ravi Shastri. Here's the …

MS Dhoni visits Indian dressing room following 2nd T20I vs England - See pictures
2 years, 6 months ago

MS Dhoni visits Indian dressing room following 2nd T20I vs England - See pictures

India TV News  

Mahendra Singh Dhoni met with the Indian Team after the men in blue defeated England by 49 runs to seal the series with a game to go. BCCI shared the pictures from their Twitter handle and wrote,' Always all ears when the great MS Dhoni talks. Will there be someone who'll give India its next Virat Kohli? So yes, his …

The story of Dhoni being made India captain for 2007 World T20
2 years, 6 months ago

The story of Dhoni being made India captain for 2007 World T20

The Hindu  

Former BCCI president and Chennai Super Kings owner N. Srinivasan on Tuesday revealed how Mahendra Singh Dhoni was appointed the captain of the Indian team ahead of the inaugural men’s World T20 in 2007. He had returned from England,” Srinivasan, the then BCCI treasurer, said during Sportstar’s South Sports Conclave in Chennai on Tuesday. Watch Mr. N Srinivasan’s full session …

MS Dhoni showed a lot of trust in us, lucky and blessed to have played under him: Hardik Pandya
2 years, 7 months ago

MS Dhoni showed a lot of trust in us, lucky and blessed to have played under him: Hardik Pandya

India Today  

Hardik Pandya recalled the support he received from India legend MS Dhoni, saying he feels lucky and blessed to have played under his leadership. But I was very blessed and lucky to play under Mahi bhai who showed lot of trust in us which has helped us reach where we did." Unlike any other captain who would hesitate to give …

'Kohli and Shastri were controlling Indian cricket': Former India quick on why Dhoni was roped in as mentor for T20 WC
3 years ago

'Kohli and Shastri were controlling Indian cricket': Former India quick on why Dhoni was roped in as mentor for T20 WC

Hindustan Times  

The entire country erupted in joy when MS Dhoni was named mentor of the Indian cricket team for the T20 World Cup, but the euphoria of it did not last long as India crashed out of the ICC tournament before making it to the semi-finals. The T20 World Cup was the last tournament for the captain coach duo of Virat …

Yash Dhull named India skipper for 2022 ICC U-19 World Cup as BCCI announces squad
3 years ago

Yash Dhull named India skipper for 2022 ICC U-19 World Cup as BCCI announces squad

Firstpost  

Dhull’s appointment was on expected lines as he was also named captain for the upcoming Asia Cup, to be held in the UAE from 23 December. New Delhi: Delhi batter Yash Dhull will lead a 17-member Indian squad in the Under-19 World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in the West Indies from 14 January to 5 February, the …

Dinesh Karthik compares Eoin Morgan to MS Dhoni, draws mixed reactions on Twitter
3 years, 2 months ago

Dinesh Karthik compares Eoin Morgan to MS Dhoni, draws mixed reactions on Twitter

Hindustan Times  

Veteran India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik drew mixed reactions from cricket fans on Twitter after he compared England white-ball captain Eoin Morgan to former India skipper and current mentor of the side MS Dhoni. Karthik said Morgan's value to the England teams is similar to what Dhoni's value was to Team India. Dinesh Karthik, Eoin Morgan, MS Dhoni England wicketkeeper-batter Jos …

T20 World Cup: Meeting 'dream player' MS Dhoni an unforgettable experience for Pakistan's Shahnawaz Dahani
3 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup: Meeting 'dream player' MS Dhoni an unforgettable experience for Pakistan's Shahnawaz Dahani

India Today  

Pakistan fast bowler Shahnawaz Dahani was happy for two reasons on Sunday. The first was that his team finally broke their winless run against arch-rivals India in World Cups with an emphatic 10-wicket win in their 2021 T20 World Cup opener and the second was that he got to meet MS Dhoni. Dhoni, who retired from international cricket in August …

Salaam Cricket: MS Dhoni's presence will bring calming effect in Indian T20 World Cup team, says Robin Uthappa
3 years, 2 months ago

Salaam Cricket: MS Dhoni's presence will bring calming effect in Indian T20 World Cup team, says Robin Uthappa

India Today  

Former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's presence will be hugely beneficial for the Indian team during the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates, feels batsman Robin Uthappa. Dhoni, who led Chennai Super Kings to victory in IPL 2021 last week, had lifted the inaugural T20 World Cup trophy as India captain in 2007 and will be mentoring …

Salaam Cricket 2021: India coach Ravi Shastri won't be under pressure because of mentor MS Dhoni, says Sunil Gavaskar
3 years, 2 months ago

Salaam Cricket 2021: India coach Ravi Shastri won't be under pressure because of mentor MS Dhoni, says Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar doesn't think that the presence of Mahendra Singh Dhoni as Team India's mentor will put head coach Ravi Shastri under any sort of pressure during the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2021. Gavaskar in fact, feels Shastri will welcome a personality like Dhoni, who was appointed the team's mentor for the tournament earlier this month. Dhoni …

Salaam Cricket 2021: We wanted to involve MS Dhoni as mentor for a long time, says Sourav Ganguly
3 years, 2 months ago

Salaam Cricket 2021: We wanted to involve MS Dhoni as mentor for a long time, says Sourav Ganguly

India Today  

Former India captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly revealed that to rope in MS Dhoni as Team India’s mentor is not an overnight decision. Let's see,” Sourav Ganguly said on Salaam Cricket. When asked whether there will be ego clashes between MS Dhoni and Team India head coach Ravi Shastri and captain Virat Kohli, he said: Ravi Shastri is the …

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