Published 11:55 IST, November 16th 2019

MS Dhoni unlikely to play upcoming West Indies series: Reports

MS Dhoni: It is highly unlikely that the 38-year-old will make his comeback in the West Indies series. India will take on West Indies in 3 T20Is & 3 ODIs.

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MS Dhoni has been on a sabbatical since conclusion of ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 which was played in England.  legendary wicket-keeper, who is also considered as best finisher, was out of team for series against West Indies, South Africa and Banglesh. He h me himself unavailable till vember.

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former Indian captain served Territorial Army unit in Kashmir which led to selectors leaving him out of T20I and ODI series against West Indies away from home. Even after serving a two-month break, Dhoni was t a part of squ for T20I series against South Africa and Banglesh which ded more fuel to fire of his retirement rumours.

Dhoni to miss West Indies series?

According to reports, it is highly unlikely that 38-year-old will make his comeback in upcoming West Indies series. India will take on West Indies in three T20Is and as many ODIs starting December 6 in Mumbai. While speaking to a leing publication, a BCCI official said that he was unavailable for West Indies series. If Dhoni extends his sabbatical by opting to stay out, this will be his fourth consecutive series miss.

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Amidst all chatter surrounding Dhoni's retirement, a recent video has been uploed on internet where he can be seen sweating it out in nets which provided a sigh of relief to his fans.

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gloveman has finally hit nets after staying away from game for a while. He was seen facing net bowlers at JSCA Stium in Ranchi on Thursday, vember 14, raising hopes of a comeback. Dhoni has amassed 10,773 runs in 350 ODIs at an aver of 50.6, including 10 centuries and 73 half-centuries.

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Dhoni was also expected to don commentator's hat in India’s first-ever Day-Night Test as official brocasters wanted to rope veteran for role. However, fans would t be able to enjoy Dhoni’s commentary. Dhoni remains a contracted player with BCCI and his commentating would result in a conflict of interest.

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09:34 IST, November 16th 2019