Dhoni improves his players' game: Moeen Ali

by IANS |

Mumbai, April 1 (IANS) England all-rounder Moeen Ali lavished praise on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper MS Dhoni and commended his ability to stay calm in pressure situations.

"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," said Moeen who will play for CSK this season.

"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," Ali was quoted as saying by the franchise's website.

"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."

Latest News
Karnataka Congress stages empty pot protest in Bengaluru against Centre Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 04:27 PM
Iranian foreign minister in New York: Ease Middle East tensions Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 04:26 PM
HK, Singapore food regulators red flag 'cancer-causing' ingredient in certain MDH, Everest spices Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 04:13 PM
Gujarat contributes over 8.3% to national GDP: FM Sitharaman Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 04:12 PM
Turkey's President Erdogan to meet Hamas chief in Istanbul Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 04:11 PM
HDFC Bank posts Rs 16,511 crore net profit in Q4, declares dividend of Rs 19.5 per share Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 04:03 PM
Constituency watch: Massive MPLAD spending by MP keeps BJP ahead in Bankura Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 03:58 PM
Iraq: One dead, 8 injured in blast at pro-Iran militia's facility Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 03:47 PM
Reunited with family, 95-yr-old great grandma from Bihar seeks to cast vote Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 03:45 PM
Delhi court reserves order on Sisodia's regular bail pleas; he withdraws interim plea to campaign for LS polls Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 03:18 PM
Viksit Bharat Ambassador meet-up: India will be among world's top 3 economies by 2027-28, says Hardeep Singh Puri Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 03:16 PM
Man reported dead after self immolation near court during ex-US Prez Trump's trial Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 03:15 PM
Formula 1: Verstappen on pole for Chinese Grand Prix, Hamilton to start at 18th position Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 03:14 PM
Athletics: US quartet breaks distance medley relay world record in Eugene Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 03:13 PM
Golf: Field announced for 2024 China Open as DP World Tour returns to Shenzhen Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 02:03 PM