Playing under MS Dhoni can take my game to a different level: Chetan Sakariya

left-arm pacer Chetan Sakariya says that it is his dream to play under MS Dhoni, which he reckons will take his game to a different level.

Dhoni, under whom Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have won four Indian Premier League (IPL) titles has often been praised for his leadership skills and the way he moulds young fast bowlers.

Sakariya, who was picked by the Rajasthan Royals (RR) last season picked up 14 wickets and will go under the hammer during the IPL 2022 auction, which will tke place in Bangalore on February 12 and 13.

“The last auction changed my life. My dream is to play under MS Dhoni. He has helped so many bowlers evolve. And to pick his brain, watch him prepare, can take my game to a different level,” Sakariya told News9. 

“Dhoni is any bowler's dream and it will be surreal to play and learn under him. I would love to play under him if I get a chance. But of course, I will give my best in whichever team I go to.”

His impressive performances in his maiden IPL season earned him a call-up to the Indian side for the tour of Sri Lanka. He played an ODI and two T20Is on that tour, picking up three wickets overall.

"The first time I walked into the Indian dressing room, it was like a kid entering the house of his dreams," Sakariya recalled.

"I was that kid and was just curiously watching everyone as in how they prepare, their body language and all. I knew that I had to wait for my chance but made sure that I observed and picked up things from senior players. They all were very welcoming."