Stumper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni's international career could be in jeopardy if this year's Indian Premier League (IPL) succumbs to the Covid-19 pandemic, according to former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth.
The immensely popular Dhoni took a break from the game after India's defeat in last year's Cricket World Cup semi-finals against New Zealand in July.
Dhoni began training with his Chennai Super Kings team for this year's IPL but the tournament has been deferred until April 15 because of the pandemic and another postponement seems inevitable. "In my opinion, K.L. Rahul will be the wicket keeper-batsman...I believe Rishabh Pant is highly talented. So, I wouldn't mind taking him along with the squad.
Former England captain Nasser Hussain felt the phlegmatic Indian still had plenty to offer and should not be forced into retirement.
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