MS Dhoni’s humility, gratitude sets him apart from other captains: Mohit Sharma

The greatest thing about MS Dhoni is that he is not to be seen anywhere when the team wins, but he is always at the forefront - taking responsibility - whenever the team loses, says Mohit Sharma.

Mohit Sharma played under MS Dhoni for India and in the IPL. (Twitter/CSK)

Mohit Sharma, who has played most of his cricket under MS Dhoni, said the former India skipper is a true leader who does not back off when it comes to taking responsibility in challenging times. What makes Dhoni a true leader is that he is always at the forefront to take responsibility when the team loses but backs off when the team wins, said Sharma.

“His humility and sense of gratitude is what sets him apart from other players I have played with. In sport, there’s a difference between a captain and a leader – I believe he’s a true leader,” Sharma said during an Instagram session organised by the Delhi franchise.

“When the team wins, you’ll never find him anywhere prominently, but when the team loses, he’s always right in front, taking responsibility – that’s the sign of a leader and why I admire him so much.”

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The coronavirus-forced lockdown has delayed his return to competitive cricket after a back surgery but Sharma says whenever the IPL is played, his side will be a strong contender for the title.

Sharma was out of action for about 10 months due to a back injury, which troubled him for two years.

“I finally decided to get myself operated, and after completing the rehab in the past three months, I was really looking forward to playing for the Delhi Capitals this season,” he said.

“I think it is a huge opportunity for our team. We have a fantastic group of players with a very strong Indian core, and I believe our team has the right players in all departments who can help us in challenging for the trophy. So I feel our fans can expect huge things from the team.”

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Sharma said he was not sure if he would be able to return to competitive cricket because of the surgery and is now looking forward to learn a few things from Australian legend Ricky Ponting, who is the coach of Delhi franchise.

(With PTI inputs)

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