For millions across the globe, 4th January 2017 would go down as a dark day, as MS Dhoni announced his decision to quit captaincy. Dhoni, who led India across 199 ODI’s and 72 T20I’s, remained the most versatile limited overs captain in world cricket as he was the only captain with all ICC Trophies to his name. His decision to give up captaincy has surely left millions across the globe with moist eyes.
Soon after he announced his decision to give up captaincy from the shorter forms, his wife, Sakshi, tweeted an inspiring and lovely message for him. In her tweet, Dhoni’s better half wrote, @msdhoni There are no mountains high enough to stop you from climbing.Proud of you !! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤. Such a message is surely bound to delight all fans of MS Dhoni.
Below, is the tweet made by Mrs Dhoni towards her husband.
@msdhoni There are no mountains high enough to stop you from climbing.Proud of you !! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
— Sakshi Singh ??❤️ (@SaakshiSRawat) January 4, 2017
After Dhoni’s decision to leave captaincy was made public, chief selector MSK Prasad paid tributes to the former Indian captain. “We all know his sense of integrity and patriotism, and he has got high clarity in thinking,” Prasad told ESPNcricinfo in a chat. “Probably he felt that is the best decision, so let us respect it.”
Sachin Tendulkar, undoubtedly the greatest batsman in the game’s history too lauded Dhoni’s captaincy career in a message. “Congratulations to MSD on a wonderful career as a captain, leading India to success in both T20 and ODI World Cups. Have seen him emerge from an aggressive player to a steady and decisive captain. It’s a day to celebrate his successful captaincy and respect his decision. Wish MSD the very best as he continues entertaining us on the field with his exploits,” mentioned Tendulkar.