India, Feb. 2 -- Although he has long retired from international cricket, MS Dhoni is still the most popular cricketer in India, and probably also in the world. For modern day fans, Dhoni's name eclipses those of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Steve Smith, Joe Root, Kane Williamson etc. Under his captaincy, India won the 2007 World T20, 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy, and he is the only skipper to win three different limited overs ICC tournaments.

It has also been a surprise for fans that the 43-year-old hasn't entered politics yet. There have been rumours in the past, but they got ruled out as mere speculation as it never materialised. It could also be due to his IPL career, as he still represents Chennai Super Kings. Although...