Virat Kohli Reveals How MS Dhoni Played a 'Big Role' in Getting Him India's Captaincy

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's styles of captaincy totally differ. While the former prefers calm and composure under pressure, the latter is known for his aggressive approach. Despite the differences, the two, however, have immense admiration for each other.

In an Instagram live chat with India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Saturday, Virat Kohli revealed how MS Dhoni played a big role in getting him India's captaincy.

"From the day I came into the Indian side, I wanted to learn and was intrigued by the game. I would always be in Dhoni's ears on the field. I would be bouncing off a lot of my ideas with him, of which he would refuse plenty. But he would also discuss a few things with me if he liked an idea. He would always keep observing me. I kept learning from him and my inquisitiveness probably gave him the belief and confidence that perhaps I was the next guy to lead the country," Kohli said.

"I don't think the selectors appointed me as India captain suddenly. They probably had Dhoni as a sounding board before giving me the reins. I believe Dhoni played a big role in me getting the India captaincy," he added.