For quite some time now Gautam Gambhir has been repeatedly harping upon the need to excise M S Dhoni from the Indian team on the plea that his continued presence robs another young wicket-keeper from maturing into a first-eleven player. On the face of it, his argument seems logical. Yet, why does one get a feeling that Gambhir's repeated pleas are not as simple as they seem? Remember, he was sought to be sidelined alongwith a few others many years ago by Dhoni as they were "unfit" fielders on the ground? Why do I feel that Gambhir is now using his clout to pay back Dhoni in the same coin? Dhoni, unlike others who lingered a while longer than they were welcome, is too wise to follow on their footsteps. Mr. Gambhir, you have chosen a new vocation. Please concentrate on that for your own good and for the good of cricket lovers in the world.
Re: Confounding !!!
by Rajendra Uparkar on Jul 19, 2019 02:03 PM
Gambbir is right. Some years back, Dhoni had apprehensions about some players who, in his opinion, have become slow movers. Even though he had not mentioned any specific names, his remark was meant for Sachin, Sahwag, Laxman etc.... By the same yardstick, he should quit now. Since last two years, his reflexes have become slow which has greatly affected his batting and to some extent, his keeping.... Let him continue to play for CSK in IPL where he is more comfortable and where he always put some extra efforts!
For quite some time now Gautam Gambhir has been repeatedly harping upon the need to excise M S Dhoni from the Indian team on the plea that his continued presence robs another young wicket-keeper from maturing into a first-eleven player. On the face of it, his argument seems logical. Yet, why does one get a feeling that Gambhir's repeated pleas are not as simple as they seem? Remember, he was sought to be sidelined alongwith a few others many years ago by Dhoni as they were "unfit" fielders on the ground? Why do I feel that Gambhir is now using his clout to pay back Dhoni in the same coin? Dhoni, unlike others who lingered a while longer than they were welcome, is too wise to follow on their footsteps. Mr. Gambhir, you have chosen a new vocation. Please concentrate on that for your own good and for the good of cricket lovers in the world.
Yes , of course - - I can't understand why this same question is being racked up again & again by our media ??
As I repeatedly said - - - MSD will HIMSELF decide when to retire & NO ONE ELSE .
You CANNOT DROP LEGENDS - - - Selectors can only humbly & respectfully ask MSD - - - Sir , what are your plans ?? ( Like , once they asked Sachin ) Nothing more than that .
Presently Team India does not have immediate replacement of MSD . We have seen lot of Pant & DK . Both throw their wickets in a irresponsible way .
Pant is no doubt good but still needs some time to develop .
MSD MUST ensure that next keeper batsman is ready to replace him & then only take a call of retirement , not just like that .
Otherwise Team may land in problem .
OR else he can continue up to next years 20-20 WC in AUS .
Re: MSD MUST HIMSELF DECIDE WHEN TO RETIRE - - -
by Guru RamRahimDsuza on Jul 19, 2019 03:28 PM
We are talking about cricketing skills not marathon race auntyji
Re: MSD MUST HIMSELF DECIDE WHEN TO RETIRE - - -
by abir bhowmick on Jul 19, 2019 09:56 PM
Gambhir is absolutely right. Nation comes first. So, we have to be practical rather than being emotional about Dhoni. It's high time to find and groomn a solid WK-Batsman to play in the next World Cup.
Re: MSD MUST HIMSELF DECIDE WHEN TO RETIRE - - -
by abir bhowmick on Jul 19, 2019 09:56 PM
Gambhir is absolutely right. Nation comes first. So, we have to be practical rather than being emotional about Dhoni. It's high time to find and groomn a solid WK-Batsman to play in the next World Cup.
Re: MSD MUST HIMSELF DECIDE WHEN TO RETIRE - - -
by kumar sm on Jul 19, 2019 10:56 PM
Shilpa, Do you think selectors did that to Gambhir or sehwag when Dhoni told them they are slow movers on the field? Come on!!!! "sir, what are your plans?!" -> Indian cricket is not a charity. He should practise what he preached. He is a legend but a real legend knows when the time is up! (Lara for eg).
Re: MSD MUST HIMSELF DECIDE WHEN TO RETIRE - - -
by Frankly speaking on Jul 19, 2019 11:52 AM
age should not be criteria but fitness and latest performance
Re: Re: MSD MUST HIMSELF DECIDE WHEN TO RETIRE - - -
by Rajendra Uparkar on Jul 19, 2019 01:50 PM
Do not be emotional. Dhoni has already past his prime. This is the right time to groom new wicket-keepers. It takes time to groom any player!
