Dhoni Reveals Why He Avoids Commentary Box: "Not Good With Stats, Difficult Balancing Act"

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News18•04-02-2026, 12:30
Dhoni Reveals Why He Avoids Commentary Box: "Not Good With Stats, Difficult Balancing Act"
- •Former India captain MS Dhoni stated he finds commentary a "difficult" balancing act, citing the fine line between describing the game and criticizing players.
- •Dhoni, 44, who led India to three ICC trophies, rarely shares his views on cricket since retiring in 2020, limiting his involvement to IPL with Chennai Super Kings.
- •He emphasized the art of politely conveying criticism without targeting individuals, especially when a team is losing.
- •Dhoni admitted his struggle with memorizing statistics, even his own, which he believes puts him at a disadvantage in commentary.
- •He also described himself as a good listener but not good with phones, preferring face-to-face conversations.
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