MS Dhoni Statement on his form in ipl 2025: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni has rejected speculation of taking decisions from behind the curtain despite leaving the captaincy. He clarified that he is only paying attention to his role and is trying to mold himself according to the current circumstances. After Chennai Super Kings won by four wickets against Mumbai Indians, Dhoni told how a big change has come in T20 cricket over time. He said, “Now batsmen are ready to take risks. They believe that big strokes can be played with the right cricketing shots. Whether it is a reverse scoop, sweep or reverse sweep against fast bowlers.”
Talking about his batting himself, Dhoni also said, “I am not separate from it. I will also have to mold myself. This is the most important for me, the place where I am batting. You will always have to be updated.”
How has the nature of T20 cricket changed?
Dhoni also told that today’s IPL is quite different compared to 2008. “Earlier the pitches used to take more turn, but now Indian wickets have become better than before. They are more favorable for the batsmen.”
Dhoni’s statement on handing over the captaincy to Gaikwad
Dhoni, who made CSK a five -time IPL champion, handed over the captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad before the 2024 season. He clarified that he suggests Gaikwad, but he has full right to take decisions. Dhoni said, “Ruturaj is a part of our team for a long time. His nature is very good, he is calm and patient. So he was made a captain. I told him that if I give any advice, it is not necessary to obey him. Many people felt that I was taking decisions from behind the curtain, but the truth is that 99% decisions were being taken.”
Dhoni’s statement on friendship with Virat Kohli
There have also been many things about Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Virat Kohli’s relationship. To this, Dhoni said, “Our relationship was between a captain and young player earlier, but over time we became good friends. Now that both of us are not captains, we get more opportunity to interact before the match.”
Dhoni’s reaction on Bhojpuri commentary
Dhoni also gave his opinion about the regional commentary in IPL. He said, “I did not listen to too much regional commentary, but I know that Bhojpuri commentary has tremendous enthusiasm. It reminds me of the radio commentary of school days, where the commentators used to drown in the game with full enthusiasm. I find it very interesting.”