Not Virat Kohli or Sachin Tendulkar! Suresh Raina picks the GOAT of cricket

Suresh Raina names his pick for the greatest cricketer of all time, revealing the player who he believes defines cricket’s legacy and excellence.

Not Virat Kohli or Sachin Tendulkar! Suresh Raina picks the GOAT of cricket

Suresh Raina (Via ESPN Cricinfo)

MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina share a deep friendship and good bond between them. This has been created by playing together for so many years in the Indian Cricket Team and also in the Chennai Super Kings. Raina played under Dhoni in the 2011 Cricket World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy campaign. The batting partnership between both of them have saved many games for India and also for CSK.

Under MS Dhoni‘s captaincy, Raina has grown to become a better player. The former Indian captain has always trusted and supported him. Hence Raina has been able to cement his place in the Indian Cricket Team and CSK. Suresh Raina holds deep respect for Dhoni and the latter himself has always seen Raina as one of the most trustable weapon his armoury.

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Raina has never shied away from expressing his emotions for Dhoni and praising him whenever given the opportunity. Recently, Raina was asked to name the player whom he thinks as the greatest of all time. He swiftly referred to Dhoni as the G.OA.T.

Suresh Raina and MS Dhoni’s contributions for Team India

Dhoni’s popularity knows no boundaries. He is not just respected by the fans but by cricketers from all around the world. He is arguably the most popular Indian cricketer and the greatest ever captain in limited overs cricket. The Ranchi-born is the only captain to win all three ICC trophies – the T20 World Cup 2007, the ODI World Cup 2011 and the Champions Trophy 2013.

Suresh Raina picks the G.O.A.T. of cricket
Suresh Raina and MS Dhoni ( Via Times Of India )

During the IPL, all the stadiums are filled with fans with yellow jersey with Dhoni’s name on the back. During IPL 2024, Dhoni rolled back the years and displayed his finishing skills.

He was at his destructive best at the back end of the innings, hitting sixes and fours at will and proving why he has been one of the greatest finishers the game has ever seen. He handed over the CSK captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad at the start of IPL 2024, which could definitely indicate that it might have been his last IPL. However, he still hasn’t officially stated anything regarding this matter.

Meanwhile, Raina has been one of the most crucial players for the Team India and the CSK. He has stepped up with the bat and played some crucial innings. Raina has also chipped in with the ball and was a handy customer for his captain. Moreover, he was one of the best fielders that India has ever had. Currently, he is playing for India Legends at the World Championship of Legends.

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