MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli: Analysing similarities and differences

#1 Emotions on display

ICC World T20 2016: India v Australia

Dhoni did not show his emotions on the field and that made him difficult to decipher as a leader. He had acute cricketing sense. Hence, the opposition found it difficult to read his mind. This particular trait gave him a huge strategic advantage.

Kohli is just the opposite. He wears his heart on his sleeve. They see him angry and then jubilant within a matter of a few minutes, depending on the situation. He is more tactical and is keen to hone his leadership skills. What makes him superior is his ability to lead from the front on a regular basis.

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Similarities

Kohli succeeded Dhoni as Test captain in the 2014/15 season

Both of them share quite a few similarities as well. Their passion for cricket is unmatched. They play to win the game for their country and can produce extraordinary performances consistently.

Both Dhoni and Kohli love to nurture newer talent. They can go at any length, even if it means, crossing sword with the administration. The duo continue to learn every single day, from their teammates and the opposition. They take responsibility for their actions and move on.

Both of them have been a blessing for Indian cricket. They are among the major reasons behind India's consistency across all forms of cricket. If Dhoni was the 'guru,' then Kohli has turned out to be the perfect 'disciple.' It's time we celebrate both stalwarts in the same vein.