India vs New Zealand 2016: 5 Talking Points from the 3rd ODI in Mohali

#2 MS is back in business

Dhoni showed intent from the moment he arrived at the middle

Having been a successful ODI batsman for a long time, MS Dhoni found himself short on runs amidst concerns regarding his waning reflexes and advancing age. Following his game-turning dismissal at Delhi, he needed a strong knock to allay those fears especially with his team facing a stiff chase in this encounter.

The seasoned campaigner dug deep into his extensive experience to propel India towards their target. While Kohli rotated the strike early on in his innings, he targeted the boundaries and kept the required run-rate in check. Even though he was not able to reach three figures, Dhoni’s contribution to the victory proved to be immense as well.