MS Dhoni: In the last match between Chennai and Punjab, Chennai faced defeat by 4 wickets against Punjab, despite scoring 200 runs for 4 wickets in 20 overs while batting first. Although CSK fans may feel disappointed, they can take solace in the news of MS Dhoni’s retirement which has been rumoured by fans for a while.
MS Dhoni playing their last IPL as a Player
Even MS Dhoni himself has hinted at his retirement on two occasions, once after a match against Kolkata Knight Riders and later in a statement that shocked millions of fans. However, after the match against Punjab Kings, CSK coach Stephen Fleming clarified that Dhoni has not indicated anything to him about his retirement from IPL, which will surely make Dhoni’s fans happy.
MS Dhoni’s Legacy in IPL and International Cricket
It is well-known that wherever Dhoni goes on the ground for bat, there is a crowd cheering for him as he is one of the most successful captains in IPL history, leading CSK to four titles and several final appearances. Additionally, Dhoni is widely regarded as one of the most successful captains in international limited-overs cricket, having led India to victory in the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 World Cup, and 2013 Champions Trophy. He is considered one of the best wicket-keepers of his generation and one of the greatest finishers of all time. Dhoni was also the captain when India reached the top of the ICC Test rankings for the first time.