"You cannot pick MS Dhoni's jersey number 7 for yourself," BCCI informs players; Here's why
New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has taken a step to pay tribute to the former captain, MS Dhoni, by deciding to retire the No. 7 jersey associated with him. This jersey, which became synonymous with Dhoni's career, particularly during his captaincy tenure and achievements in ICC events, will no longer be available for current and future Indian players.
Just as Sachin Tendulkar's No. 10 jersey was previously retired by the Indian board, the decision to retire Dhoni's No. 7 jersey underscores the profound impact he had on Indian cricket. Sources reveal that the BCCI has communicated to current players that the No. 7 jersey is off-limits, mirroring the protocol established for Tendulkar's iconic No. 10.
The Indian Express has corroborated this information, quoting a senior BCCI official who stated, "The young players and current Indian team players have been told not to pick M S Dhoni's Number 7 jersey. The BCCI has decided to retire Dhoni's T-shirt for his contribution to the game. A new player can't get No. 7, and No. 10 was already off the list of available numbers."
It is noteworthy that during his early days, fast bowler Shardul Thakur briefly wore the No. 10 shirt, but the BCCI retired the number after that period.
The BCCI official further explained that a total of 60 numbers are presently designated for regular and aspiring players in the Indian team. Even if a player is temporarily out of the team, the board refrains from reassigning their number to a new player, leaving recent debutants with a limited pool of around 30 numbers to choose from.
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CPI leader attends RSS-organised Hindu meet, district unit seeks clarification
Manjeshwar: The participation of a CPI leader in a Hindu convention organised by the RSS has triggered discussion in political circles.
Sundari Shetty, former president of Meenja panchayat and a district committee member of the CPI in Kasaragod, attended the Hindu gathering held in Meenja. She offered floral tribute to a portrait of Bharat Mata and also addressed the gathering from the stage, which has led to controversy.
Following the development, the CPI district unit has issued a notice to Sundari Shetty seeking an explanation. Party sources said that the presence of a senior leader of a party that follows communist ideology at a Hindu convention has caused unease within the party.
There are indications that disciplinary action may be initiated against her in connection with the incident.
