MS Dhoni might have retired from international cricket, but his fandom lives on, especially in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The excitement around him is at an all-time high, with his fans raising the roof at this year’s IPL 2024 season. However, despite his larger-than-life status, not everyone has all the facts, even some of his biggest ‘fans’ may miss out on certain information.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni or Mahesh Selvararaghavan Dhoni?
In a lighthearted video making the rounds on social media, a young fan was asked about the full form of “MS” in MS Dhoni‘s name. After several guesses, she confidently answered “Mahesh Selvararaghavan Dhoni,” thinking he hailed from Chennai. This error had her friends in stitches, who couldn’t control their laughter.
Dhoni’s stellar form in IPL 2024
Dhoni, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, had a stellar career that’s left an indelible mark on the sport. Though he’s no longer part of Team India, he’s still a force to be reckoned with in the IPL. MS Dhoni has so far scored 91 runs for Chennai Super Kings this IPL 2024 season at a staggering strike rate of 260. His recent performances have been electric, with a four-ball 20* against the Mumbai Indians and a nine-ball 28* against the Lucknow Super Giants, among other standout plays.
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A fandom like no other
Dhoni handed over the CSK captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the IPL 2024 season, but that hasn’t stopped his fans from turning up the volume. Even as he steps back from the spotlight, his charisma continues to light up the cricketing world. During the Lucknow match on April 19, the noise level from the crowd hit a staggering 95 decibels,.
Dhoni’s popularity shows no signs of fading. The fans will be out in full force for the upcoming match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 28 at Chennai’s Chepauk Stadium.
