CSK's Lap Of Honour & Dhoni's Crowd Play: Fans' Special IPL Treat Amid MS Dhoni's Retirement Speculation
Fans attending the CSK Vs RR match on Sunday were treated to a delightful experience. Besides enjoying an entertaining game, they were honored with a lap of honor by MS Dhoni & the rest of the team, marking CSK's final home ground match. With murmurs of Dhoni retiring from cricket, it might just have been an exceptionally memorable moment!
Fans attending the CSK Vs RR match on Sunday were treated to a delightful experience. Besides enjoying an entertaining game, they were honored with a lap of honor by MS Dhoni & the rest of the team, marking CSK's final home ground match. With murmurs of Dhoni retiring from cricket, it might just have been an exceptionally memorable moment!
A treat for IPL fans
Before the match on Sunday, Chennai Super King's social media teased fans with a cryptic post: "Requesting the Superfans to Stay back after the game! Something special coming your way!"
CSK vs RR
And oh boy, it was indeed a treat!
A viral video captured the magic as Dhoni playfully batted tennis balls to fans, who held up a giant banner featuring his face. CSK players also tossed signed tennis balls into the crowd, eagerly caught by excited fans.
Watch the video here:
The fans The CSK the DHONI The EMOTIONS #CSKvsRR
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Lap of honour pic.twitter.com/wQcfCTQxNK
During the lap of honor, the stadium reverberated with chants of Dhoni's name, a testament to the enduring love for the legendary player.
In Sunday's match, CSK chased down a target of 142 runs, reaching 145/5 in just 18.2 overs, powered by Ruturaj Gaikwad's unbeaten 42 off 41 balls.
MS Dhoni retiring? Suresh Raina has this to say
There has been much speculation whether this could potentially mark the 42-year-old MS Dhoni's last appearance ever at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
However, Suresh Raina had a succinct response to these rumors.
Suresh Raina with MS Dhoni on Sunday's IPL Match
When questioned by a fellow commentator about whether this match would be Dhoni's farewell in Chennai, the former India player replied with just two words: "Definitely not!"
Also read: Suresh Raina Extends Supporting Hand To Limping MS Dhoni In Remarkable Display Of Their Bond
This season, Dhoni has been a valuable contributor with the bat for the defending champions. Across 13 matches, he has scored 136 runs at an impressive strike rate of 226.66.
Now, Raina¡¯s reassurance will surely comfort many fans who are eager to see Dhoni continue playing next year.
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