Aakash Chopra recently took a strong stance against a fan who edited and shared a misleading video falsely linking his commentary to the IPL 2025 clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 28. The video, which went viral, paired Chopra’s commentary with visuals of MS Dhoni walking out to bat, creating a false narrative.
Chopra, known for his sharp analysis and straightforward opinions, wasted no time in addressing the manipulation. Taking to social media, he condemned the act and urged fans to maintain integrity while sharing cricket content. He pointed out that the commentary in question was actually for Dhoni’s six later in the innings, not his arrival at the crease.
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Frustrated by the deceptive editing, Aakash Chopra called out the fan on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), writing, “Six maarne ki commentary ko arrival visuals par chipka do views/engagement badha lo. God bless you, Kushagra. (Attach the commentary of the six to the arrival visuals… Increase views/engagement. God bless you, Kushagra).”
Six maarne ki commentary ko arrival visuals par chipka do…views/engagement badha lo. God bless you, Kushagra. https://t.co/Eqdc89tB8l
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) March 29, 2025
Despite CSK’s 50-run defeat to RCB, MS Dhoni still managed to entertain the Chepauk crowd. Coming in at No. 9, a decision that raised eyebrows, the 43-year-old smashed an unbeaten 30 off 16 balls, including three fours and two sixes.
I will never be in favour of Dhoni batting at number 9. Not ideal for team.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) March 28, 2025
The decision to send Dhoni so late didn’t sit well with many, including former all-rounder Irfan Pathan, who remarked, “I will never be in favour of Dhoni batting at number 9. Not ideal for the team.” CSK, chasing 197, eventually managed only 146/8.
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With one win and one loss in IPL 2025, CSK will look to bounce back when they face Rajasthan Royals on March 30 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.
