The only skipper to lead his side to victory in all three formats of ICC tournaments is none other than MS Dhoni. His presence has created such an impact in the Indian cricket over the past decade and it is inarguable that his calm and composed nature yielded a lot of favourable results for the side.
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If it was not his 91* in the finals of 2011 World Cup, we might have witnessed another instance of 2003 defeat. Known for his belligerence and moves behind the wicket, he has established himself as the pillar of the team.
Now, let”s see five topmost reasons why Dhoni”s inclusion is certain in the 2019 World Cup:-
1) One of the best keepers
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When we think about one of the most successful keepers among the active players, Dhoni”s name automatically pops up. Though Pant, Karthik and other domestic performers are available, the management will be prompted to include Dhoni for his lighting fast moves behind the wicket.
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He is now ranked fourth in the maximum number of dismissals in ODI formats only behind Boucher. Six more dismissals and he will occupy the third slot.
2) Experience
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For a team to succeed in ICC tournaments, experience plays a crucial role. Dhoni had represented three editions of ICC World Cup with two of them as a skipper. His interaction Kohli and other bowlers can turn the game in India”s favour as he had already proved in many instances.
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Having represented the side in 327 games (200 as a skipper), his guidance can do wonders to the side.
3) Savior
Dhoni acts as a bridge between Indian top and lower orders. His partnership with both of them has been fantastic in recent years. This edition of IPL made us witness the “vintage” Dhoni and it will be really interesting if he can make it to the number four position.
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Depending upon the situation of the game, his experience and skill can add a lot of value to the squad without succumbing to a loss. If he unleashes a finisher within him, then single-handed magics are certainly possible to clinch the cup in the 2019 World Cup.
Dhoni recently touched the 10K run mark which is a milestone for someone who is batting at a very lower order for ages.
4) Mr.Fit
Though Virat, KL and Pandya are taking fitness to another level, Dhoni tops all of them. A few months ago, Dhoni was seen finishing ahead of Virat and Axar in the nets. This depicts the amount of training he undergoes and the importance he gives to it.
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His running between the wickets can keep the scoreboard ticking and this is one another criteria which can lead to his selection.
5) Guidance to bowlers
The primary reason behind Kuldeep and Chahal”s success in limited over formats would be Dhoni. His inputs and the field set-up can provide crucial breakthroughs.
The experiments had already yielded positive results in the South African and England series. With these reasons, Dhoni can be one of the most indispensable assets that a side can have and in all likelihood, he can be the trump card in his final World Cup appearance.
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