As Chennai Super Kings gear up for their upcoming clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad, the cricket world continues to buzz with admiration for MS Dhoni’s sensational innings in their previous match against the Delhi Capitals, despite ending in a losing cause.Former international cricketers Adam Gilchrist and Michael Vaughan, speaking on the YouTube podcast Club Prairie Fire, couldn’t help but marvel at Dhoni’s vintage display.
Adam Gilchrist, renowned for his own prowess as a wicketkeeper-batsman, praised Dhoni’s approach of keeping a low profile in media interactions, stating, “The thing about MS is that I think he is the absolute holy grail. Because he just doesn’t do interviews. Didn’t do press even when he was playing.”
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Reflecting on CSK’s recent encounter with Delhi Capitals, it marked their first loss after starting the season with two consecutive wins. Despite the defeat, all attention was on Dhoni’s remarkable return to form as he unleashed a blistering knock of 37 runs off just 16 balls.
Adam Gilchrist himself was taken aback by the performance, stating, “What about the other day? No one was sure what he’s got left in the tank. Didn’t bat in the first couple of games and albeit in a losing cause, he sure did turn the clock back.”
Echoing Gilchrist’s sentiment, Vaughan highlighted the rarity of players who can captivate crowds even in defeat, singling out Dhoni and young sensation Rishabh Pant for their ability to steal the limelight.
Michael Vaughan remarked, “There’s only one other sportsperson that his team could lose and get the media to talk about him. There’s a young fella called Rishabh Pant who’s made a remarkable comeback. To see him play the way he did and get the win but all the talk is about MSD’s 37 runs. That was also a home game for DC but the whole crowd was yellow.”
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Indeed, Pant has been in scintillating form since his return to action after recovering from injuries sustained in a car accident in December 2022. Despite his recent exploits with the bat, including consecutive fifties, Pant’s efforts have often been overshadowed by Dhoni’s resurgence.
As CSK prepares for their next away fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad, the cricketing world eagerly awaits another thrilling encounter, while Delhi Capitals head to Mumbai Indians for their upcoming clash on April 7th.
