ICC World Cup 2019: Sunil Gavaskar Has His Say On MS Dhoni's Insignia Gloves

Former Indian skipper Sunil Gavaskar has had his say on controversial insignia gloves of MS Dhoni. The Indian gloveman was seen donning the insignia gloves in India’s opening World Cup match against South Africa. Subsequently, the International Cricket Council asked the BCCI to get the insignia removed from Dhoni’s gloves.

However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India went on to request ICC to let Dhoni don the same gloves. But the Indian board’s plea was rejected by the governing body. Consequently, Sunil Gavaskar has given his opinion on the same.

The rules are there for a reason – Sunil Gavaskar.

The former Indian opener believes that rules are there in place for a reason and they should be followed by everyone. Gavaskar also recalled the incident when Moeen Ali was fined for wearing a wristband for supporting a particular cause in 2014.

“Rules are there for a reason and they are meant to be followed. That’s why they are there. I think Moeen Ali was fined by the ECB when he was wearing a wristband supporting a particular cause in 2014. Last time I checked MS Dhoni was over 21 years old and wearing the gloves or not is now entirely his call,” Gavaskar told India Today.

“Other countries players’ might do something as well. If you want to object, do that before the rules are passed. Once the rules are passed, you can do nothing about it,” he said.

On the other hand, Gavaskar believes it more crucial that Dhoni keeps going strong. Dhoni is the best wicket-keeper and Gavaskar stated the colour of the gloves doesn’t matter to him. In fact, it is Dhoni’s performance which matters more than anything else.

Meanwhile, Dhoni’s gloves have already gathered enough limelight and it would be smart to put it to rest. India will take on Australia in the second World Cup match at Kennington Oval, London on 9th June.