Suresh Raina boldly names Indian team's 'next MS Dhoni' and its NOT Rishabh Pant

Indian cricketer Suresh Raina made his international debut in 2005 and he played a major part of his career under leadership of former captain MS Dhoni. Moreover, he also plays under veteran wicketkeeper-batsman for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in popular Indian Premier League (IPL) tournament. Interestingly, Suresh Raina also got a taste of Rohit Sharma’s captaincy when regular skipper Virat Kohli took a break from participating in 2018’s Nidahas Trophy tri-series in Sri Lanka.

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Suresh Raina compares Rohit Sharma with MS Dhoni 

During a recent interaction on Super Over Podcast, Suresh Raina revealed that Rohit Sharma is a kind of leader who “thinks everyone is a captain” and gives confidence to young players in side. According to CSK batsman, such traits are quite similar to that of MS Dhoni. Moreover, Suresh Raina described Rohit Sharma as “next MS Dhoni” of Indian cricket team and furr went on to make some comparisons in ir captaincy styles.

Raina also praised India’s limited-overs vice-captain for creating an atmosphere where players enjoy intensity of match. According to veteran CSK campaigner, players can solve a lot of problems, including issues involving ir mental health, when ir captains are listening to m. Suresh Raina concluded by saying that since both MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma possess such abilities, y are both “wonderful” captains in his book.

Suresh Raina’s words of approval aside, both Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni also hold best record in IPL among all captains. two leaders share seven IPL trophies between m out of 12 contested since its inauguration in 2008. While Rohit Sharma has led Mumbai Indians to four IPL titles, CSK has lifted top crown on three occasions. Even in most recent edition (IPL 2019), two teams competed against each or for title in final, where Mumbai Indians emerged as victorious by just one run.

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IPL 2020: MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina in CSK

Suresh Raina is w expected to be reunited with his CSK skipper again for much-awaited IPL 2020 season. MS Dhoni has been on a sabbatical break from international cricket since July 2019. His return to top-flight cricket through IPL 2020 season is one of most talked-about aspects for his fans and for tournament.

IPL 2020: Rohit Sharma in Mumbai Indians

Rohit Sharma is also all set to reprise his role as Mumbai Indians captain in IPL 2020. He will be joined by his teammates Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah and newcomer Chris Lynn among several ors in ir camp. tournament is currently scheduled to commence from September 19 in United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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