Former India wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani believes Mahendra Singh Dhoni's
struggles behind the stumps in England are borne out of the fact that he is not
getting his basics right.
Kirmani, who is considered one of country's best keepers, said Dhoni stands flat-footed
which is the major reason for his current woes.
Kirmani said both Dhoni and Dinesh Kaarthick lacked
the necessary technique.
"A natural wicketkeeper will always be on his toes. They
should learn the right technique first," said Kirmani on the sidelines
of a promotional event here.
"These guys are flat-footed behind the stumps. They lack the necessary
technique to succeed behind the stumps in the long run", he said.
"They (Dhoni and Kaarthick) are not natural wicketkeepers.
Reflexes, vision and athleticism are inherent in natural keepers", said
Kirmani who scalped 198 victims in 88 Tests between 1976-86.
The skills of Dhoni and Kaarthick behind the stumps will be
tested when they enter a lean phase, he added.
"They are match-winners now and so nobody is bothered about the right
technique," he said.
Kirmani also criticised Dhoni for seeking tips from county
wicketkeepers in England.
"They should have talked to English wicketkeeping greats like Alan
Knott and Bob Taylor if they wished to improve their skills."
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