Cricketers starting their second innings in politics has become a trend these days. While Azharuddin and Kaif gave a try in the general elections last year, Navajo Singh Sidhu has become one of the prominent faces in the media.

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According to reports, the ruling party BJP is trying to rope Gautam Gambhir into their campaigns by granting him a chance to contest from Delhi constituency.

A senior leader from BJP was quoted saying to The Sunday Guardian, “Reports from the ground about Meenakshi Lekhi are not good. People from her constituency are not happy with her work and the party leadership has decided that she will not be repeated this time as a candidate from New Delhi. Gautam Gambhir, in most likelihood, will be the party’s candidate from the same seat. He has wide acceptability and is known for his social work. He is a Delhiite and will do his best for the people of Delhi.”

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Gambhir who led his side till the finals of Vijay – Hazare trophy, has been one of the most influential characters in his state. His welfare activities and other awareness campaigns were really welcomed by his people and that might be the primary reason behind his consideration.

What”s really shocking the entire nation is that former Indian skipper MS Dhoni, who is now the face of Jharkhand is also being considered for a ticket from Ranchi.

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The senior leader added that his presence will really be a boost for their party and it can have a significant impact on the results. However, Dhoni will really be equipped with the World cup 2019 preparations in all possibilities and clarity regarding the information is awaited.