The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly extended an all-format mentorship offer to former India captain MS Dhoni. Sources cited by CricBlogger indicate Dhoni’s acceptance is contingent on Gautam Gambhir not heading all three formats. The news has raised questions about Gambhir’s position in the Indian cricket setup. The mentorship role offered to Dhoni is broad, encompassing women’s and junior teams as well. The board believes the Ranchi veteran can influence the upcoming crop of talent across formats. Dhoni was first considered for this role during his brief stint in the 2021 T20 World Cup setup. Now, the BCCI has renewed efforts to bring him on board to mentor players and guide cricketing structures nationally. Read also: Jayant Yadav to Play for Puducherry in 2025-26 Domestic Season History, Focus, and Gambhir’s Current Phase Dhoni reportedly prefers to avoid overlapping duties with Gambhir due to past differences dating back to their playing careers. The 44-year-old is also concentrating on Chennai Super Kings (CSK), likely planning his final season as a player. Despite rumors linking him to coaching roles in CSK and elsewhere, Dhoni has never taken up a high-level mentorship officially. Gambhir, meanwhile, is navigating a delicate stage. He had no prior coaching experience before becoming India’s all-format head coach but built credibility through success with Lucknow Super Giants and winning IPL 2024 with Kolkata Knight Riders. Under his tenure, India’s ODI and T20I teams have maintained momentum from Rahul Dravid’s era, securing the 2025 Champions Trophy. The red-ball team has been less consistent, suffering heavy losses in Australia and a home whitewash, though a recent drawn series in England offers some respite. Analysts suggest Gambhir’s ability to juggle multiple responsibilities will be crucial, especially if Dhoni steps into the mentorship role, potentially limiting his autonomy. The BCCI is yet to confirm the mentorship officially, but discussions signal significant shifts in India’s cricketing leadership ahead of the next international cycles.