DHONI SET TO INSPIRE SIDE

VIRAT Kohli has hailed M.S. Dhoni as an “inspiration” who had a “huge impact” as the India captain goes in search of the T20 World Cup.

Dhoni captained India to the T20 world title in 2007.

But a World Cup win still awaits Kohli who will step down as T20 skipper after the 2021 tournament.

The star batsman said the former captain’s presence as team mentor would inspire an already confident unit.

“He has always been a mentor for all of us when we were starting our careers … and now has an opportunity to continue to do that same work again,” he said.

“Younger guys will benefit from his practical inputs, the intricate details of where the game is going and how we can improve.

“So we are delighted to have him back in this environment and his presence will boost the morale.”