BCCI announced a 15-member India squad that will take part in the upcoming T20 World Cup. However, MS Dhoni’s appointment as Team India’s mentor for the marquee tournament has made headlines.
Cricket pundits and experts have hailed the decision and have said that Dhoni’s presence might be a huge factor for India in the upcoming tournament.
Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt said that the appointment of MS Dhoni as a mentor can turn out to be a master-stroke.
“MS Dhoni has dealt with pressure and is someone who has won a lot for his country. Dhoni played a major role in developing India’s current mindset. Under him, India has won the T20 World Cup and the 50-over World Cup as well. So, his presence will inspire the team a lot. When teams find themselves in difficult situations, such players can be of great help. Whoever was behind the move, it is a masterstroke,” Salman Butt said on his YouTube channel.
He added that Dhoni is an admired and respected person in Indian cricket and his presence will make a positive impact.
“When an IPL match ends, we have often seen players from both sides, including seniors, gathering around him and chatting with him. Dhoni’s presence in the dressing room will definitely be a cushion for the players when they find themselves under pressure or in unknown situations,” he said.
The T20 World Cup will begin on 17 October.
