Former India opener Navjot Singh Sidhu spoke as a Gostar experts during the ongoing IPL, showered high praise on MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli, he said not only the cricket icon but also “institutions”. During a media interaction, Sidhu discussed the immense impact on the game during his famous position, leadership qualities and generations.
“People call him icon. I call him an institution,” Sidhu commented emotionally. “Virat Kohli’s name will remain till generations. Dhoni’s name will remain for generations. Why? A lion’s attitude, for all formats, is right?”
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Sidhu highlighted Kohli’s Karisma and her global influence, drawing similarities between Kohli and cricket legends of the past. He compared Kohli to Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, taking into account his ability to fill the stadium with his presence.
“And someone has accepted the world with his charisma and magnetism. Worldwide, she is a great role model. The road children want to become Virat Kohli. This is the effect,” Sidhu said.
Turning to Dhoni, Sidhu did not return his praise, especially emphasizing the qualities of his leadership and even at the age of 43.
“Somewhere the line, if you look at Dhoni, the best captain that India has ever created by Miles. One who carries forward the world. A leader is the one who moves forward. Human beings have the ability to uplift the rank. The one who instills confidence in those who creates faith in those who make the common people extraordinary,” Sidhu accused.
He was particularly impressed by Dhoni’s recent wicketkeeping display, where the experienced cricketer’s lightening-stumping left left fans and pundits in awe.
“He is 42 (43) years old, friend. Look at the way he saw that stumping. This lightning increased yesterday. I mean, a young man will not be able to do so. How he inspires people,” Sidhu said.
Sidhu mentioned that Dhoni’s presence of large life changes the game, as the opposing teams eagerly gathered to interact with him after the Chennai Super Kings, which demonstrate his unique stature.
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