Virat Kohli's Team India Wants MS Dhoni To Play In The 2019 World Cup And This Is Why He Should!

MS Dhoni may be past his prime, but the man is still one of the best ODI players around in ?the circuit.

Early in January he gave up the ODI and T20I captaincy to Virat Kohli, meaning that he will be available as a player for the team.

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There has been a lot of speculation if he will stay on till the 2019 World Cup. Fitness and form is a factor.

Dhoni is 35 now and will be almost 38 when the tournament takes place. Be as it may, Virat Kohli and the boys would want him to be here. Let's see why:

1. No keeper who can replace him right now

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Dhoni is still the best keeper in limited overs cricket at the moment. Even now his reflexes and quick reflexes are second to none in the country.

2. Has the calmness for big tournaments

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Experience and a cool head are a good combination for any team especially in a tournament like the World Cup.

3. Will be a guiding hand for Virat Kohli

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Kohli is still relatively new at captaining full-time in limited overs matches and Dhoni's tips would come in handy at critical situations.

4. Still very much a fit player

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He may be 35, but his fitness is one many younger players envy. A quick runner and big hitter, Dhoni can make life miserable for the fielders by stealing those extra runs when required.

5. A chance to finish off on a high

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He could go out in a blaze of glory and sign off with a bang. India would want him to end on a good note.