Mahendra Singh Dhoni quits captaincy - CriciLeaks
Thoroughly humiliated by the English hosts, the Men in Blue have suffered defeat after defeat on their tour to http://www.senore.com/Cricket/MS-Dhoni-c2028, has decided to relinquish captaincy.
Reportedly, the ongoing NatWest ODI series against England will be Dhoni's final assignment, as he will step down from the post after the series' conclusion.
Dhoni held a press conference in London on the sidelines of his World Cup winning helmet's auction. He announced his decision after his helmet was sold for 95,000 pounds.
Captain Cool, who led the Indians to World Cup glory, stated that the players have been taking a casual approach to cricket and take advantage of Dhoni's calm demeanor.
He added that the Indian players focus more on their appearance rather than physical fitness, in order to stay atop endorsements.
“After accomplishing so much, during my tenure with the Indian side, I have finally decided to call it a quits. It was great honor leading the side through highs and lows but now it is just not the same. Now, players try to be http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Thomas-George-Burrows-c93472he center of attention though their looks rather than through their performance,” expressed the outgoing captain of the Men in Blue.
Dhoni further criticized the Indian squad, who has lost eight of its star players to injuries during the tour of England.
Referring to English commentator, Naseer Hussain's comments, Dhoni said, “I just can’t be the driver of an Ambulance anymore. Everyone in the squad is looking to opt out of the series; no one is thinking what the fans expect back at home. Players have lost their will to win; they are resting on their past laurels. Seeing the side crumble like that makes me feel sorry.”
When asked if he thinks Indian Premier League (IPL) has to do with the injuries sustained by the players, as they were forced to play back-to-back cricket. Dhoni advocated the IPL, saying that injuries are part of the game; however, playing in the IPL makes sure players raise enough money to live comfortably after injury-induced retirements.
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/India-c750 is yet to register a win over England in this tour and a close friend of Dhoni, the great conspiracy theorist Gaurav Sanguly, revealed that the players are deliberately under performing in a bid to bring down Dhoni's endorsement fees, which they believe go higher if they perform well.
Sanguly stated that his and Dhoni’s case is alike as there is a group in the squad conspiring against the captain.
The last One Day International match between the Indians and the English saw the Men in Blue suffer yet another defeat despite Dhoni's best efforts. The Captain scored 69 in a bid to save some face, but the top-order let him down, with the top four wickets scoring 13 runs collectively.
Perhaps this is a good decision from Dhoni, who may find it better to leave with some respect still intact, and the World Cup riding behind him.
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