Ranchi: Speculation regarding former India skipper MS Dhoni's retirement from cricket has been one of the most discussed subjects among the cricket fraternity of late. His decision to take an indefinite break from cricket after India's 2019 World Cup campaign added fuel to this speculation. However, Dhoni, the 2007 World T20 and 2011 World Cup winning captain of India, on his part, has not shown any such indication.
Amidst this speculation, he was spotted trying his hands in billiards at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) stadium here.
Dhoni was seen in a relaxed mood as he spent time at the indoor campus.
Recently, Dhoni also shared a video of gully cricket being played on the streets here. Dhoni was also seen in his new car -- a one-of-its-kind Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk.
Dhoni, 38, was seen taking the Jeep for a spin in the city as bystanders paused to admire the red midsize SUV and a glimpse of their local hero.
Dhoni will not be available for selection until November this year, according to reports.
The former India captain had previously missed the West Indies tour after taking a two-month break, which also meant that he missed the ongoing home series against South Africa. The extension of the break means that he will miss out on the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the home T20I series against Bangladesh as well.
This also means that Dhoni would be available to play for India only in December when the West Indies tour the country for three T20Is and as many ODIs. The series is scheduled to start on December 6.
Dhoni had last played for India on July 10 when the Men in Blue lost to New Zealand in the semifinal of the ODI World Cup in England. His break would effectively be nearly six months long.
