England all-rounder Moeen Ali, who was recently pocketed by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for Rs 7 crore in the mini-auctions, has commended on MS Dhoni’s ability to stay calm in pressure situations and one who takes the pressure off from his players.
“It’s very important to have strong leadership and coaches who stay calm, who take the pressure off the players as much as they can and are consistent. We are very lucky we have that. At CSK I feel the reality is there for us to win the competition. I’m excited about playing with the players we have here,”Ali was quoted as saying by the franchise’s website.
“I think what differentiates CSK from other teams is actually how they structure everything — from the squad they have to the way they do things. They look a very calm franchise that doesn’t panic,” he added.
“I’ve spoken to players who have played under MS and they tell me how he improves their game. I believe a great captain does that. I think it’s something on every player’s wish list to play under MS. I think it’s the confidence and the clarity he gives people. It’s exciting,” Ali further expressed.
Earlier, all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham, who had become the most expensive uncapped player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history when he was bought by the Yellow Brigade for a whopping Rs. 9.25 crore, has said that bowlers love playing under MS Dhoni as he knows how to get the best out of bowlers.
“Bowlers love playing under Mahi Bhai (MS Dhoni) because he understands a bowler’s strengths and knows how to get the best out of him,” Gowthan had said.