Chennai, April 06: Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni today said it was a pleasure to hear words of praise from batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar who had said that he was the best captain he has played under.
Dhoni said he was trying to serve the nation like Tendulkar has been doing for years.
“I’ve tried to be honest throughout my career. Whatever responsibility is given on my shoulders, I try to fulfil it to the fullest extent. It’s just my pleasure that he enjoys playing with me. I am also serving the nation like him,” he told reporters ahead of his IPL side Chennai Super Kings’ opening match against Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday.
Dhoni paid tribute to outgoing coach Gary Kirsten, saying he has set high benchmarks for the team.
“What Gary has done to Indian cricket, I think the benchmark set is really high.
—PTi