NEW DELHI: Indian pacer Mohsin Khan not too long ago revealed that former Indian captain MS Dhoni has been his lifelong idol. Talking on Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, Mohsin opened up about his admiration for Dhoni and the impression the legendary wicketkeeper-batsman has had on his profession.
“Dhoni bhai is my idol. Woh jo chakke maarte hai finish mein jaake (The way in which he hits these sixes in the long run is unbelievable),” Mohsin remarked. He recalled Dhoni’s iconic match-winning six from the 2011 ODI World Cup ultimate, saying it stays his favorite cricketing second.
“I used to be simply 13 or 14 years previous on the time, watching the ultimate. As quickly as he hit that six, it felt like a Diwali celebration in every single place,” he added, capturing the nationwide jubilation that adopted the historic win.
When requested why he hasn’t expressed his admiration in entrance of Dhoni, Mohsin admitted that he will get too nervous to method the cricket legend. “I really feel comfortable simply seeing him from afar. Most important samne se baat nhi kar pata hu (I can’t speak to him instantly), however watching him offers me pleasure,” the 26-year-old bowler confessed with a smile.
In the meantime, Dhoni has not too long ago hinted at extending his cricketing journey regardless of stepping again from energetic captaincy.
At a current promotional occasion, Dhoni shared that he needs to benefit from the “previous couple of years of cricket” at a relaxed tempo.
His phrases have fueled hypothesis that the Chennai Tremendous Kings (CSK) would possibly retain him for IPL 2025, regardless that he handed the captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad final season.
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“I simply wish to take pleasure in no matter previous couple of years of cricket I’m able to play,” Dhoni defined. “In our childhood, we used to exit to play at 4pm and benefit from the sport. However while you play skilled sport, it turns into troublesome to take pleasure in cricket, similar to a sport. That is what I wish to do.”
With Dhoni’s future within the IPL nonetheless unsure, followers eagerly await whether or not CSK will retain their beloved “Thala” below the revised retention guidelines.
If Dhoni continues, it could mark one more unforgettable chapter in his illustrious IPL profession.
