MS Dhoni is becoming a member of India as mentor for the 2021 T20 World Cup.© AFP
Former Indian cricket workforce captain MS Dhoni has joined Team India’s camp within the UAE forward of the 2021 T20 World Cup, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) revealed by means of photos posted on Twitter on Sunday. Dhoni, who not too long ago led Chennai Super Kings to their fourth Indian Premier League (IPL) title after beating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) within the last on Tuesday, is becoming a member of the Indian workforce in his new function as mentor of the workforce. Dhoni’s function as mentor of Team India is proscribed to the T20 World Cup.
“Extending a very warm welcome to the KING @msdhoni is back with #TeamIndia and in a new role!” the BCCI posted on Twitter on Sunday.
Extending a really heat welcome to the KING @msdhoni is again with #TeamIndia and in a brand new function! pic.twitter.com/Ew5PylMdRy
— BCCI (@BCCI) October 17, 2021
India will play two warm-up matches earlier than they start their T20 World Cup marketing campaign. The Virat Kohli-led facet will tackle England of their first warm-up conflict on Monday after which face Australia in one other warm-up sport on Wednesday.
India will open their T20 World Cup marketing campaign towards arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai on October 24.
Earlier on Saturday, Kohli mentioned Dhoni’s presence within the Team India camp will assist the facet.
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“He has got massive experience. He is quite excited himself. He has always been a mentor for all of us. Younger guys who are playing their first major tournaments at early stages of career will benefit,” Kohli was quoted as saying by information company PTI.
“His eye for intricate details and practical advice will help improve the game by one or two per cent. Absolutely delighted to have him…(His) presence will not only boost morale but also increase confidence that we already have,” he added.
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