New Delhi, Feb. 12 -- Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan backed the presence of senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the ICC Champions Trophy squad despite recent poor form, saying that their presence and mentorship will keep youngsters relaxed and give them an idea of what to do in different situations.

Shikhar spoke to ANI in an exclusive interview. Without taking names, he said any decision to remove seniors would create a "storm" due to the presence of a loyal and massive fanbase as also their value to the team as seniors. He said they have won matches for the country over the years and they are the "horses" people could bet on.

"They (selectors) cannot remove them (seniors like Rohit, Virat), if they do, there will be...