When asked to name players from any era or country he'd love to see play together, the former Indian captain stunned fans by completely leaving out modern-era legend Virat Kohli. Dhoni picked Indian legends from the early 2000s while speaking on Raj Shamani's podcast.
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However, Dhoni mentioned that these were the players he grew up watching and admiring, but still the absence of Kohli, who has been India's backbone for more than a decade, and even he played under him, was just beyond one’s understanding, given the friendship and relationship they share.
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MS Dhoni reveals why he never selects his dream XI
In his classic style, Dhoni gave a smart and simple reply. He shared an example from one of his past press conferences to explain why he avoids naming a dream XI. Dhoni made it clear that he doesn't believe in comparing legends or leaving anyone out, so he doesn’t make a dream XI.
MS Dhoni's diplomatic answer leaves everyone in split
Dhoni said on the podcast, “I have never picked one. The reason is simple. The thing that cannot be, I once said in a press conference, he asked me about one individual who was injured, who wasn't available. So, I asked him about it, and he said, 'Brother, tell me one thing: what can a team member do for me? Or what can he do for the team? Why are you talking about the one who is not there'?”
Notably, Dhoni faced a lot of criticism after Chennai Super Kings lost their third match in a row in the ongoing IPL 2025. Delhi Capitals defeated CSK by 25 runs at Chepauk. Dhoni remained unbeaten with 30 runs from 26 balls against the DC.
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