Virat Kohli called it an “MS classic” after Dhoni belted sixes that were a throwback to his heyday, hammering home the point that he is still the best finisher of the game. That should also shut up cynics who feel age is catching up with Dhoni (37) and he should not be on board for World Cup. India now go to New Zealand for the one day and T20 series; then, they return and play the one day matches against Australia and a couple of T20s.
Then, the IPL circus starts. So, there is ample time for Dhoni to get his rhythm back before the World Cup, feels Sunil Gavaskar. But, for the moment, let us be content with Kohli’s lavish praise. “There is no doubt that he shouldn’t be a part of this team. Tonight was MS classic. He calculates the game so well. He takes the game till the end, when only he knows what’s going on in his mind, and he backs himself to hit those big shots at the end,” Kohli said at the post-match presentation ceremony.
