Former India captain and Jharkhand Elections Brand Ambassador, MS Dhoni, was recently seen at a polling booth in Ranchi, accompanied by his wife, Sakshi, to cast their vote in the Jharkhand assembly elections. The couple’s arrival drew a wave of excitement among fans, with crowds gathering outside the booth to catch a glimpse of the cricket legend.
Guards were on hand to clear a path, allowing Dhoni and Sakshi to navigate through the sea of supporters. As the brand ambassador for Jharkhand Elections, Dhoni plays a key role in raising awareness among voters as part of the SWEEP (Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation) program.
The state’s Chief Electoral Officer confirmed that Dhoni had consented to the use of his image in election promotions, reinforcing his commitment to encourage democratic participation in his home state. Dhoni’s involvement in the election campaign highlights his influential role beyond the cricket field, now serving as an inspiration in civic engagement as well.
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On the cricket front, MS Dhoni is preparing for what could be his final season in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025). Recently, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) retained Dhoni as an uncapped player for INR 4 crore, dispelling retirement rumours and thrilling fans.
Former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni along with his wife, Sakshi arrives at a polling booth in #Ranchi to cast his vote
Video: DD News pic.twitter.com/iFXqubp9wf— Soumyajit Pattnaik (@soumyajitt) November 13, 2024
CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan revealed that Dhoni has expressed his desire to play his last game in Chennai, signalling a potential farewell season. Kasi Viswanathan shared his hopes for Dhoni’s continued involvement, emphasizing that the franchise is committed to Dhoni as long as he wishes to play.
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“Knowing the passion he has for CSK and the fans’ love for him, as well as his commitment and dedication, we’re confident he’ll make the best decision when the time comes,” Kasi Viswanathan said in an interview on Provoke TV’s YouTube channel.
With MS Dhoni’s role as a voting ambassador and his anticipated final bow in the IPL, the iconic captain continues to influence both his fans and his state in meaningful ways.
