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Du Plessis keeping options open ahead of T20 World Cup

Faf du Plessis, while acknowledging the inspirational leadership of MS Dhoni, intends to lead the Johannesburg Super Kings (JSK) in his unique manner in the upcoming SA20 tournament, keeping his sights set on representing South Africa in the T20 World Cup scheduled for June.

Despite his current leadership role at RCB in the IPL, Du Plessis remains a beloved figure among fans of the Yellow Shirts, evoking a sense of joy as they witness him donning the “JSK” uniform.

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Amidst the anticipation, could the SA20 tournament serve as a platform for a final attempt at securing the global trophy? Du Plessis pragmatically put things into perspective during the captains’ press interaction, emphasizing the immediate focus on returning from injury and regaining form in cricket. He highlighted the importance of playing quality cricket while keeping an open mind about future possibilities.

Regarding his leadership of a franchise synonymous with MSD, Du Plessis values learning from senior players but is determined to imprint his leadership style on JSK. He reflected on his formative years at CSK, crediting Stephen Fleming and MS Dhoni for providing valuable insights during his early leadership journey. Observing Dhoni’s composed demeanor under pressure was a significant learning experience.

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Du Plessis stressed the significance of originality in leadership, emphasizing the need to find one’s approach rather than imitating different styles continuously. He acknowledged the importance of learning from great leaders but also highlighted the need to adapt leadership tactics that resonate personally.

Overall, Du Plessis aims to lead JSK by incorporating the lessons learned from influential leaders like Dhoni and Fleming, while ensuring his leadership style remains authentic and effective for the team’s success.

Naiteek Bhatt

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