In a heartfelt tribute to former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper MS Dhoni, legendary Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh hailed him as “immortal” as the cricketing world anticipates the upcoming IPL mega auction later this year.
Dhoni’s Legacy in IPL
Harbhajan, speaking exclusively to CricTracker, reflected on the significant impact Dhoni has had on the IPL since its inception. Under his leadership, CSK secured five IPL titles, solidifying his status as one of the most successful captains in the league’s history. Despite stepping down from captaincy before the last season, where Ruturaj Gaikwad took over, Dhoni’s influence remains unparalleled.
New Uncapped Player Rule
With the introduction of a new rule that allows any Indian player who hasn’t featured in an international match for five years to be treated as an uncapped player, Harbhajan humorously pointed out that Dhoni now qualifies under this criterion. “Dhoni is immortal. He will play as long as he can. Now, he’s an uncapped player under the new rule – a two-time World Cup winner but he’s now uncapped… There are plenty of players who can register again,” he said, hinting at the potential for other former players to return.
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Dhoni’s IPL Career Stats
MS Dhoni’s IPL career has been nothing short of remarkable. He has played 264 matches, scoring 5,243 runs with a highest score of 94 not out. His leadership and contributions have been pivotal to CSK’s enduring success.
As the IPL community prepares for the mega auction, Dhoni’s legacy looms large, with fans and players alike hoping to see more of the legendary wicketkeeper-batsman, whether on the field or in a mentoring role.
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