The talismanic former India captain led CSK to a record-equalling fifth IPL title on Monday, beating Gujarat Titans on the rain-curtailed reserve day of the ultimate after unhealthy climate did not permit any play on Sunday.
Ravindra Jadeja held his nerve to attain 15 not out off 6 balls and take CSK to the revised (DLS) goal of 171 in 15 overs off the final ball for a five-wicket win. GT had scored 214/four of their stipulated 20 overs, because of Sai Sudharsan’s blistering 96 off 47 balls.
Talking on the post-match presentation, the 41-year-old Dhoni shared his ideas on the query on everybody’s thoughts: Is that this his final IPL?
“Circumstantially, that is the very best time to announce my retirement. However the quantity of affection I’ve obtained throughout, the simple factor could be to stroll away from right here, however the more durable factor could be to work arduous for 9 months and attempt to play one other IPL,” Dhoni mentioned.
Dhoni has been the cynosure of all eyes ever for the reason that Indian Premier League started this yr and in a becoming finish to the finale, the captain completed with a record-levelling fifth trophy.
This IPL his followers from throughout the nation went to the venues in massive numbers to cheer for him, chanting his identify wherever CSK have performed.
“It will be a present from me, will not be simple on the physique. You do get emotional. The primary sport at CSK, everybody was chanting my identify. My eyes have been stuffed with water, I wanted to take a while off within the dugout.
“I realised I have to take pleasure in this. I believe they love me for what I’m, I do not attempt to painting one thing I am not. Simply hold it easy,” Dhoni mentioned.
Talking in regards to the match, Dhoni mentioned, “Each trophy is particular, however what’s particular about IPL is each crunch sport it is advisable to be prepared. There have been lapses right this moment, the bowling division did not work, however it was the batting division that took the stress off them right this moment.
“I do get annoyed, it’s human however I attempt to step into their sneakers, each particular person offers with stress otherwise. Ajinkya (Rahane) and some others are skilled, so you do not fear. If anybody is confused, then can all the time ask,” he concluded.
(With company inputs)
