Former selector reveals BCCI ended Dhoni’s captaincy:Jatin Paranjape says decision makers needed change, MSD agreed without protest

Mahendra Singh Dhoni did not voluntarily relinquish the captaincy of T20 and ODI in 2017; rather, the selection committee suggested that he step down. The selectors also asked Dhoni to submit his resignation in writing via email to formalise the transition. Former selector Jatin Paranjape revealed on ‘The Great Indian Cricket Show’ that the then chief selector MSK Prasad had discussed this matter with Dhoni. Dhoni had already left the Test captaincy in 2014, but 2017 was the year when Virat Kohli was handed the command of all three formats. Dhoni agreed to the decision without any protest Former selector Jatin Paranjape revealed on The Great Indian Cricket Show that he and the then chief selector MSK Prasad went to meet Dhoni, who was batting in the nets. They respectfully told him that it was time for a change. Dhoni agreed to the decision without any protest and said it was the right decision. He told MSK, “Anna, this is absolutely the right decision. Tell me what you need from me.” MSK told him that he would have to give it in writing that he was ready to move on. To this, he said, “Okay, I will do it.” Late at night, an email arrived from Dhoni According to Paranjape, late at night, an email came from Dhoni saying, “I want to step down.” This decision was also criticised, but the selectors called it necessary for the team’s future. Paranjape also stated that Dhoni had assured full support to Virat Kohli. He said, “Don’t worry. I will work completely with Virat. He is like my brother. I will do whatever is necessary for him. I will give him all my experience. And we will build a good team.” Dhoni had won all ICC titles At that time, Dhoni was 35 years old. He had won all ICC titles, including the first T20 World Cup in 2007, the ODI World Cup in 2011, and the Champions Trophy in 2013.