International Football
International Football · Thursday, May 7, 2026

Dhoni: The finisher's role is one of the most difficult

Indian captain MS Dhoni underscores the complexity of the finisher position in cricket, affirming that it is rare to find a complete player capable of batting lower down the order.

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Dhoni: The finisher's role is one of the most difficult

MS Dhoni, India's limited-overs cricket captain, stated that the finisher's role ranks among the most demanding in the sport. Finding a 'complete' player capable of batting effectively lower down the order and leading his team to victory in critical moments proves extremely difficult. These observations come during the fourth ODI of the ongoing series. Dhoni is well acquainted with this position, having mastered it throughout his international career.