Dhoni’s return boost India’s chances in World cup: Gavaskar

New Delhi: Former captain Sunil Gavaskar on Thursday backed India to go the distance in the World Twenty20 in Bangladesh, saying that the return of skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni would boost the team’s chances.
Dhoni had skipped the recent Asia Cup due to injury and Gavaskar said Dhoni’s return could change the fortunes of his side, as they take on arch-rivals Pakistan in the campaign opener at Mirpur on Friday.
Having being placed in a tough group, alongside Pakistan, Australia and West Indies, Gavaskar stressed on the importance of starting with a win.

“Starting on a winning note is important. India is in a group of death and hence a win tomorrow will lift team’s morale,” Gavaskar said.

“Amit Mishra is high on confidence after Asia Cup. Leg-spinners are not easy to score of. He will make a difference and can win a match,” he said.