Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni is all set to make a comeback to his leadership responsibilities as he will be captaining the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the franchise returns to the pool after serving out a two-year ban. And former Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Harbhajan Singh has said that he can’t wait to get back onto the field under the leadership of Dhoni for the Yellow Brigade.

The 11th edition of the IPL is scheduled to commence on April 7 with defending champions MI playing CSK in the opening game at the Wankhede Stadium. Talking to CSK’s media team, Bhajji said, “It’s always a great feeling to play along with MS Dhoni. I’m looking forward to working with him again towards a common goal – this time to win the trophy for the Chennai Super Kings.”

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He further added, “He (Dhoni) understands the game really well, is street-smart and thinks ahead of the game and I feel that’s very important for a captain, especially in T20. That’s what makes him a great skipper.”

Harbhajan played for Mumbai for a complete decade and it did come as a surprise when MI decided not to retain the Indian turbanator going into the upcoming edition of the cash-rich league. Bhajji will be playing for another franchise for the first time and said that he is looking to make new memories with Chennai. He said, “Look forward to exciting times with CSK.”

The CSk had won the IPL twice, while they have finished runners-up on four occasions and qualified to the Playoffs in every season between 2008 and 2015 to emerge as one of the most successful teams in the opening decade.

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Harbhajan talks about CSK-MI rivalry

Talking about CSK, Harbhajan said, “It’s great to be a part of two strong teams. 10 years with Mumbai Indians was absolutely brilliant, and now to be a part of another brilliant team. Here I come, Chennai! Let’s do it together for Yellow.”

Harbhajan signed off by talking about the CSK-MI rivalry, he said, “CSK versus Mumbai Indians – two top teams – was always a pressure game. No matter how bad the situation, both would continue to fight till the end and create chances. That’s how champion teams play, with a lot of passion and pride.”