Why Players Thrive Under MS Dhoni? Navjot Sidhu's Witty Response

Sidhu has credited MSD for players' improved performances [AP] Sidhu has credited MSD for players' improved performances [AP]

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and MS Dhoni have a history of making players out of nothing. A player who fails to perform in other IPL franchises, suddenly flourishes under the guidance of MS Dhoni, the former CSK captain.

The defending champions have always had the knack of picking the right players for the right amount in the auctions, and they always manage to get the best out of them. The likes of Shivam Dube, Ajinkya Rahane are prime examples of it.

While there can be several attributes related to a players' improved performance in CSK, former India cricketer, Navjot Singh Sidhu has credited MS Dhoni for helping players flourish under his guidance.

Sidhu's words of wisdom for MSD

"Talent is nothing without opportunity. You have to give youngsters opportunity. One is giving opportunity and the other thing is the player accepting the challenge. You have got to give Rizvi that confidence," Sidhu said in a chat with Star Sports.

He added: "The same player isn't that strong in the other team, but when he comes to Dhoni, he becomes a completely different player, how? Because a good leader is the one who walks behind him and ignites faith."

Talking about building players for the future, Sidhu added that Dhoni is making sure he develops a finisher for the franchise, just like how he developed into a world class finisher.

"A drop of honey catches more flies than a gallon of vinegar. So, therefore, fitting people in their rightful place is what is most important. Dhoni is an asset, when he bats and finishes. Jadeja and Dhoni, one plus one is 11. They are multiplying their strength. Dhoni has nothing to prove. The biggest strength of a leader is that he builds future leaders. He will actually unlock potential for the youngsters."

After winning two games on a trot, CSK were defeated by the Delhi Capitals in their last IPL fixture a couple of days ago. They will next battle against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 5.