The seventeenth version of the IPL is about to kick off on Friday, with defending champions CSK locking horns with Faf Du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in what guarantees to be an electrifying South Indian derby on the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Dhoni, a five-time IPL champion, led CSK in a staggering 212 matches, clinching victory in 128 encounters whereas displaying exceptional management prowess all through his tenure. His determination to step down from the helm marks the tip of an period in CSK’s historical past, leaving an indelible mark on the franchise and the league as an entire.
The Instagram publish shared by Rohit featured a poignant image of him alongside Dhoni, accompanied by a handshake emoji, symbolizing the deep respect and admiration that Dhoni instructions throughout the cricketing fraternity.
Having introduced his retirement from worldwide cricket in August 2020, Dhoni’s legacy extends past the boundaries of the IPL, along with his captaincy main India to triumphs within the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup, and the 2013 Champions Trophy.
Dhoni’s management journey with CSK has been nothing wanting extraordinary, culminating within the staff’s record-equalling fifth IPL title triumph final yr in opposition to the Gujarat Titans. Regardless of dealing with challenges, together with the franchise’s suspension from the match on fixing fees, Dhoni’s resolve and strategic acumen propelled CSK to unparalleled success.
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(With inputs from ANI)
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