‘We’re moving on from Dhoni’
India’s chief selector has strongly hinted that Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s illustrious international career is over, saying Thursday they were “moving on” and giving opportunities to youngsters.
Ex-skipper and one-day stalwart Dhoni has not played for India since the World Cup in July, triggering speculation that the 38-year-old warhorse might hang up his bat and gloves soon.
On Thursday he was left out of the national squad to take on Bangladesh in three Twenty20 internationals at home next month, and he played no part in South Africa’s recent tour.
The same day, selection committee chairman M.S.K. Prasad said they were backing youngsters such as Rishabh Pant for the wicketkeeper-batsman’s role.
“This is our clear thought process that post World Cup we are focusing on Rishabh Pant only,” he was quoted as saying by the Press Trust of India news agency, in response to a question on Dhoni’s future.
“I made it very clear post the World Cup that we are moving on. We are giving opportunities to youngsters and see that they establish themselves in the side.”
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