"As far as the facility is concerned, it is as good as you would get anywhere in the world. Yes, the stadium is not that big, though when it comes to the playing area it is a perfect ground," said Dhoni today ahead of first of two T20 Internationals between India and the West Indies at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium here tomorrow.
Dhoni, who returns to action after a long break, feels cricket in America is a win-win for the game and the huge Indian diaspora living here.
"As fas as effort is concerned, I always felt the USA was big market, a lot of sub-continent people stay here, not only Indians. I feel it is a good start. The timings (broadcast) are also good. It feels good to be here. Earlier people living in US used to travel to the the West Indies to support us but now they have the opportunity to catch the action here itself," said Dhoni, who is expecting a bigger crowd support for his team than the West Indies.
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"I would say in limited overs format, the West Indies are extraordinary. They have the right balance, they are entertaining as well. It will be very interesting (the two match series). It is an early morning start here but it won't make much of a difference," said the skipper.
Dhoni further said that playing only two formats has helped him focus on his fitness.
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"I learnt a lot from Anil bhai, especially in Tests though I have also played with him in ODIS. The way he used to bowl to a batsman, how accurate he was, his consistency was amazing.
"Also, how clear he was in his thinking and gameplan. All of that will help him as a coach. Modern day cricket is all about adjusting and that is something that Anil bhai did very well. Apart from that, he is a straightforward guy. The last couple of days with him has been interesting. The more time I spend with him, I get to know him even more as a coach," Dhoni added.