Reports: Selectors to pick MS Dhoni only for his farewell series

The selection panel led by MSK Prasad announced T20I and Test squads for the upcoming Bangladesh series. Apart from the squad selection, all eyes were on MS Dhoni’s future as well with Sourav Ganguly, the new BCCI President, stating that he will speak with the selectors regarding the same. Moreover, the reports also surfaced on Thursday that the veteran will return to action in January next year.

However, if the recent reports are to be believed, MS Dhoni won’t be picked ever again unless he is playing the farewell series. The former India skipper last played for India in the World Cup semi-final against New Zealand and has kept himself away from the action since then. He was recently spotted in India’s dressing room after the Ranchi Test against South Africa.

MS Dhoni to train with Jharkhand U23 team

Mumbai Mirror reported the news of MS Dhoni not being selected for Team India ever again. But the wicketkeeper-batsman was seen training in the gym at the JSCA stadium in Ranchi and it was also reported that he will be training with the U23 team soon. Having said that, none of the stakeholders have spoken clearly about MS Dhoni and his international future.

Even Sourav Ganguly cleared that retirement is purely Dhoni’s call. The Indian skipper Virat Kohli previously stated that he will be welcome whenever he is available. Speculations have been rife about the 38-year-old’s cricketing future though MS Dhoni is least bothered about it and has kept himself busy in his personal life.

The selectors have been trying to find a proper replacement for him. Rishabh Pant has been given a lot of chances already and even Sanju Samson has been picked now for the Bangladesh T20Is. With Virat Kohli rested, it will be interesting to see if both the wicketkeepers get a chance in the playing XI. This also provides a brilliant opportunity for Samson to seal his place in the Indian team.

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