Dhoni hasn’t played for India since the 2019 World Cup, and India’s selectors have made it clear that they have moved on. But with former captain not announcing his retirement, it was assumed that Dhoni would attempt to force himself back into the Indian side on the weight of his performances for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2020, ahead of the men’s T20 World Cup later this year.

However, former India opener Virender Sehwag believes there is no chance of Dhoni playing for India again, irrespective of what happens with the IPL. “Where will he fit in?” Sehwag was quoted as saying by Times of India.

“With the likes of Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul already in form, especially the latter performing exceptionally well of late, I think there is no reason why we should not stick with them.”

“Dhoni is a hugely experienced player. If India needs MS Dhoni, then with or without IPL, he will come back.”

For his part, Dhoni was in Chennai early in March, training with CSK, but has now returned home to Ranchi, following the tournament’s delayed start.