Why Harbhajan Picked Rohit Sharma over MSD as Captain
Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh recently prompted debate in the cricketing world by naming Rohit Sharma as a better captain than MS Dhoni. Despite Dhoni’s unparalleled success on the global stage, Harbhajan’s remarks have drawn attention to the different leadership styles of these two Indian cricketing legends. Let’s look at Why Harbhajan Picked Rohit Sharma over MSD as Captain.
While Dhoni’s quiet, introspective approach brought India immense success, Harbhajan argued that Rohit’s approach is more inclusive. “Rohit will go and talk to each player. He will give you that confidence that yes, you can do it,” Harbhajan added.
Both Dhoni and Rohit have secured five IPL titles each with their respective franchises, but their paths to success have been different. Dhoni relied on instilling independence, while Rohit prefers fostering team unity and open communication.
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Harbhajan’s Opinion on Rohit Sharma’s Leadership Style Compared to Dhoni’s Style
Harbhajan Singh, who played under both Dhoni and Rohit, magnified on the stark differences between the two captains. “I chose Rohit above Dhoni because Rohit is a people’s captain. He goes up to the people and asks them what they want. His teammates connect with him very well,” Harbhajan remarked.
Rohit Sharma’s leadership style is more hands-on. He is known for his ability to communicate openly with his teammates, instilling a sense of belief and confidence in them. Harbhajan highlighted this by explaining how Rohit builds a personal rapport with his players, often encouraging them with a shoulder pat and words of motivation.
“The better captain is the one, who makes you fight for victory. For me, what Dhoni has done as captain, Rohit has also done it. He is no lesser than anyone.”
Dhoni’s Legacy as a Captain of the Indian Cricket Team
MS Dhoni’s achievements as a captain are legendary. He remains the only skipper in cricket history to win all three ICC white-ball trophies: the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 ODI World Cup, and the 2013 Champions Trophy. Under his leadership, India enjoyed an unprecedented level of success, with Dhoni steering the team to the top of the cricketing world.
Additionally, Dhoni’s captaincy of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been equally remarkable, with the team securing five IPL titles under his guidance. However, Harbhajan’s recent comments seem to point toward the more personal aspects of leadership, which Rohit Sharma exemplifies.
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Conclusion: According to Harbhajan Who is Better Dhoni or Rohit?
In the debate of who is the better captain, Harbhajan’s perspective highlights that leadership comes in many forms. Dhoni’s calm, strategic mind has carved a niche in Indian cricket history, but Rohit Sharma’s inclusive and empathetic leadership style makes him just as formidable as other great captains India has ever produced.
