Does Baahubali Animated Series Have An MS Dhoni Link? SS Rajamouli's Response Sweetly Surprises

The enduring fandom surrounding former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni continues to make waves even after his retirement from international cricket. As speculations swirl regarding Dhoni's potential final season in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2024, fans have been flooding stadiums to catch a glimpse of their beloved player in action.

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In a surprising turn of events, it appears that Dhoni has found an unexpected connection to the iconic 'Baahubali' franchise. During an event for the animated series 'Baahubali: Crown of Blood' in Hyderabad, director and series producer SS Rajamouli was quizzed about the striking resemblance between the character design of Amarendra Baahubali and MS Dhoni. Rajamouli's response set Dhoni fans abuzz with pride.

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When asked if the resemblance was due to Rajamouli's admiration for Dhoni, the director replied, "Probably character creators are also his fans like me."

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Meanwhile, in the realm of cricket, Dhoni's recent batting position in an IPL 2024 match against Punjab Kings raised eyebrows among fans and experts alike. Despite being a stalwart of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Dhoni unexpectedly appeared at the No. 9 spot in the batting order. This decision sparked criticism from former Indian cricketers such as Irfan Pathan and Harbhajan Singh, who questioned Dhoni's role within the team.

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However, reports have now shed light on the reason behind Dhoni's unusual batting position. According to a Times of India report, Dhoni is nursing a muscle tear in his leg, which restricts his mobility on the field. Consequently, Dhoni prefers not to bat early in the innings for CSK, as running between the wickets poses a challenge due to his injury.

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Despite the scrutiny surrounding his batting order, Dhoni's enduring popularity both on and off the field remains unwavering, with fans eagerly awaiting his every move, whether in cricket or in unexpected connections to beloved franchises like 'Baahubali'.

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