4 wicketkeepers who are unlucky to play in the same era as MS Dhoni

#2 Parthiv Patel

Parthiv Patel

In 2002, 17-year-old Parthiv Patel started his Test career against England at Trent Bridge. Parthiv started on a promising note with both bat and wicketkeeping and played many commendable innings abroad till the year 2004. However, in the Pakistan series, he was axed from the squad due to his unreliable glovework. With the rise of MS Dhoni as a wicketkeeper-batsman, Parthiv's opportunity faded, as did the opportunities for most other aspiring young wicketkeepers in the country.

Owing to his spectacular performances in domestic matches, he was never out of the selectors' radar, perhaps that is why he did make a comeback in the team but could not solidify his place. Patel got an opportunity to play against England in 2016 and against South Africa in 2018 and with his good performance, he showed that he still holds his spot in the team. Under captain Kohli, Parthiv Patel continues to be a quintessential backup.

ODI Record: Matches: 38, Runs: 736

T20 International record: Matches: 02, Run: 36

Test Record: Matches: 25, Run: 934