Bollywood superstar Salman Khan recently praised MS Dhoni, hailing him as the epitome of sportsmanship in cricket. Speaking about the legendary cricketer, Salman remarked, “MS Dhoni does not have any aggression, only calmness. No attitude, only composure. He never humiliates others while winning. I am his fan; I like his personality.”
Despite retiring from international cricket in August 2020, Dhoni continues to command immense respect in the IPL. At 43, his batting prowess may have diminished, but his sharp cricketing acumen and leadership remain invaluable for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). While his body struggles with the physical demands of the tournament, he still delivers impactful 10-ball cameos and remains a formidable presence behind the stumps.
In IPL 2024, Dhoni played 14 matches, scoring 167 runs at an astonishing strike rate of 220.54 and an average of 53.66. His ability to generate fear among bowlers at the death overs remains unmatched. One of his most memorable moments from IPL 2024 came against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he almost pulled off a last-over miracle, smashing a towering six before a ball change disrupted his momentum.
While speculation remains about his future, Dhoni has always been clear about one thing—his last IPL match will be at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. As fans eagerly await the upcoming IPL 2025, Dhoni’s presence in the tournament continues to be one of its biggest attractions.
