MS Dhoni up there with Clive Lloyd, Michael Brearly and Mark Taylor: Greg Chappell

Former Team India coach Greg Chappell is of opinion that MS Dhoni is finest captain  country has ever produced. Englishman revealed how former India captain surpassed all his expectations. Chappell was appointed as  coach of Indian cricket team during early days of MS Dhoni's international career. former Team India coach added how he would throw various challenges at wicket-keeper, which he would clear with flying colours.

Greg Chappell puts MS Dhoni in league of Clive Lloyd, Michael Brearly And Mark Taylor

72-year-old spoke about MS Dhoni as a cricketer and a leader during a recent conversation with an Indian news outlet.  Australian spoke about young Dhoni's humbleness when he initially broke into team. Chappell also added he was always optimistic about MS Dhoni and his capabilities. 

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Speaking more about former India captain, Greg Chappell expressed how easy it was to deal with a young Dhoni because of his straightforwardness. Greg Chappell was all praise for 'Captain Cool' and his approach to leadership and rated him among likes of great captains such as Mark Taylor, Michael Brearley, Ian Chappell and Clive Lloyd. Chappell also said he considers Dhoni as one of most inspirational leaders in past 50 years.

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He added how Dhoni had surpassed all of his expectations and also his own to rise as one of greatest all-rounders of his era. Chappell also appreciated Dhoni's ability to back himself. Apart from Dhoni's on-field excellence, his cheeky humour caught Greg Chappell's attention.

MS Dhoni career: 'Captain Cool' calls it quits 

MS Dhoni took cricket fans by surprise on August 15 as he took to Instagram to anunce his retirement from international cricket. It had been over a year since Dhoni played for India. His last match in national colours was World Cup 2019 semi-final against New Zealand in Manchester on July 9. MS Dhoni is only captain in history of cricket to win all three ICC trophies. However, he will continue playing for his IPL franchise, Chennai Super Kings.

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MS Dhoni returns to cricket with IPL 2020

IPL 2020 season will mark return of CSK captain MS Dhoni after his hiatus. CSK squad has already touched down in Dubai ahead of IPL 2020 and players are currently in quarantine.  captain of Chennai-based franchise will look to clinch IPL title again and add yet ar fear to his hat.  IPL 2020 season is set to commence from September 19, with all teams having to comply with stringent SOPs set by BCCI. final is scheduled to take place on vember 10.

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