MS Dhoni. The name still rings loud across Chepauk and across India. The 43-year-old legend, who returned to the field for CSK’s IPL 2025 opener, is once again making headlines—not just for his stumping skills but also for his signature style of humility.
On Sunday, CSK beat Mumbai Indians in their campaign opener, and while Ruturaj Gaikwad may be the official captain, let’s be honest—Dhoni is still the boss when it comes to strategy and those game-changing DRS calls.
“Sack of Rice Falling from a Truck”: Dhoni’s Viral Take on His Own Catch
In a chat with JioHotstar, Dhoni was shown a video of his now-famous diving catch from IPL 2024 against Gujarat Titans. While fans went crazy over it last year, Dhoni had a different take.
“It’s a fluke. If you closely watch it, it feels like a sack of rice falling from the back of a truck,”
he said, chuckling.
That’s MSD for you—a master behind the stumps, yet someone who shrugs off praise like it’s no big deal.
Reflexes at 43? Still Lightning Fast!
Against MI, Dhoni proved that age is just a number. In the 11th over, Noor Ahmad bowled one that slipped down the leg, and Dhoni—like only he can—whipped the bails off in 0.12 seconds to dismiss Suryakumar Yadav. That moment sent fans into a frenzy on social media with the usual chorus: “Thala for a reason!”
Why Dhoni Still Wears the Gloves
Dhoni also opened up about why he insists on wicketkeeping even when he’s not leading the side:
“If I’m not wicketkeeping, I think I’m useless on the field… I need to be close to the game to judge the angles, the pitch behavior, and help the captain with real-time feedback.”
And there it is. That’s the mind of MSD—always reading the game, always one step ahead.
More Than a Mentor
Yes, Gaikwad is leading CSK, but when it comes to key calls, Dhoni is still CSK’s spine. Whether it’s a DRS referral or setting a field for the death overs, his influence is everywhere. And that’s not changing anytime soon.
For Sports Fans:
✅ Dhoni at 43 is still match-fit and mentally razor-sharp.
✅ His self-awareness and leadership make him an irreplaceable asset to CSK.
✅ He may call it a fluke, but fans know—it’s just another day in the life of MS Dhoni.
