Watch: Mohit Sharma's Touching Gesture Towards MS Dhoni In IPL 2024 Goes Viral
IPL 2024: Mohit Sharma shares a strong bond with MS Dhoni, having played under him for CSK in the IPL and making his mark in the Indian national team during Dhoni's captaincy.
In a recent IPL 2024 showdown between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT), veteran pacer Mohit Sharma captured hearts with a touching gesture toward MS Dhoni, sending social media abuzz.
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Under Ruturaj Gaikwad's captaincy, CSK made a roaring start to their IPL 2024 campaign, clinching impressive victories against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans in their initial matches.
CSK, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, dominated the Titans, securing a convincing 63-run win at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium on March 26. Dhoni exhibited his brilliance with a stunning diving catch to dismiss Vijay Shankar, adding to the team's triumph.
How Mohit Sharma honoured MS Dhoni
After the match, a heartening moment unfolded during the customary player exchanges. Mohit Sharma caught attention by respectfully removing his cap before shaking hands with MS Dhoni. The two players shared a brief conversation during the handshake.
Mohit Sharma Removing his cap & Showing Respect for MS Dhoni!! ???
¡ª DIPTI MSDIAN (@Diptiranjan_7) March 28, 2024
MS Dhoni Earned this ?? pic.twitter.com/lGBQAij80x
Despite not getting a chance to bat in the first two matches, the 42-year-old wicketkeeper showcased his prowess on the field. Meanwhile, Mohit Sharma claimed three wickets in two matches, boasting an average of 22.67 and an economy rate of 8.50, with his best figures being 2/32 against the Mumbai Indians.
Bond between Mohit Sharma & MS Dhoni
In IPL 2023 final clash between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings, Mohit Sharma faced a daunting moment. With CSK needing 10 runs off the last 2 balls, Mohit conceded crucial boundaries, leading to CSK's victory. Despite this setback, Mohit had shone throughout the season, emerging as a key player for GT.
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His struggles in the final prompted MS Dhoni to offer consolation, acknowledging Mohit's overall contributions. Mohit shares a strong bond with MS Dhoni, having played under him for CSK in the IPL and making his mark in the Indian national team during Dhoni's captaincy. Dhoni's gesture of support and encouragement toward Mohit highlighted their deep connection and Dhoni's commendable sportsmanship.
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