Michael Hussey reveals a unique trait of MS Dhoni, compares him with Ricky Ponting

There has been a lot already said about MS Dhoni. The entire world has seen his ability to finish games with the bat. Several experts of the game have praised Dhoni for his skills with the bat and behind the gloves. However, it is his ability to lead a team and his skills of taking his team over the line which is talked about the most.

Former Australian batsman Michael Hussey, who has been part of Chennai Super Kings for the longest time, has always praised him. During a recent interaction, Hussey once again praised Dhoni’s skills and also called him the best finisher.

Hussey had joined the Chennai franchise in 2008 and played under the franchise until 2013. He returned to the franchise for 2015 season before being appointed as the batting coach. During the interaction, Hussey made a unique observation about Dhoni and stated that this particular thing makes him a great leader and player.

‘MS Dhoni will get over quickly’: Michael Hussey

Michael Hussey said that one of the best abilities of MS Dhoni was that it wouldn’t take too long for him to get over defeats. He revealed that surely MSD gets disappointed but he quickly moves on to the next match.

“One of his great ability is he will not take on defeat for too long. Yes, he will be disappointed like everyone, but he will get over quickly and look over to the next match and that is a great trait to have”, Michael Hussey said during a podcast with ESPNCricinfo.

Hussey then compared this trait of Dhoni’s with Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting. He revealed both Dhoni and Ponting never rode on emotions all the time, instead they were consistent character during the highs and lows. He also pointed out that this is a trait which all great players have.

“Ricky Ponting was similar too, whether he was going well or going poorly. A consistent character and not someone like a yo-yo, going up and down, riding emotions all the time. He would be level the whole time, a trait you notice in great players”, Hussey added.

MS Dhoni is currently on a break from international cricket. Since the 2019 World cup semi-final, he hasn’t played any cricket. He was supposed to return during the IPL 2020. However, the tournament has now been postponed indefinitely due to the coronavirus crisis.