3 cricketers who could have matched captain MS Dhoni but never got chance
MS Dhoni is the only captain to win all three ICC trophies.
2. Gautam Gambhir
India's current head coach, Gautam Gambhir, had all the capabilities to become one of the country’s most successful cricket captains. His short stint as India’s ODI captain in 2010-11 saw him win all six ODI matches, including a 5-0 whitewash of New Zealand. Despite this perfect record, he never got a consistent opportunity to lead the national side.
However, in the IPL, Gambhir achieved remarkable success. As captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders, he won titles in 2012 and 2014, bringing a winning culture to the team. Even in a mentoring role in 2024, Gambhir helped KKR end their 10-year trophy drought. Gambhir’s ability to back young players could have revolutionised Indian captaincy. He excelled in high-pressure situations, as seen in the 2007 T20 and 2011 World Cup finals.
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