Following the intense clash between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2023 Qualifier 1, MS Dhoni, the iconic former Indian cricketer and captain of CSK, expressed his sentiments about his future in the tournament.
Dhoni acknowledged that the IPL had grown significantly over the years, evolving from 8 top teams to the current 10. He emphasized that the final was not just another match, but the culmination of two months of hard work by all teams involved.
Reflecting on CSK’s performance in the final, MS Dhoni recognized that their middle-order batsmen did not have enough opportunities to shine. However, he praised the GT as a fantastic team and acknowledged their exceptional chasing abilities.
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MS Dhoni admitted that losing the toss worked in CSK’s favor, as it allowed their star all-rounder, Ravindra Jadeja, to exploit favorable bowling conditions. Jadeja’s bowling performance played a pivotal role in changing the game, and Dhoni highlighted the importance of his partnership with Moeen Ali.
When it comes to nurturing young fast bowlers in the team, Dhoni revealed the supportive environment created by CSK. The team management, including individuals like Dwayne Bravo and coach Eric Simons, encourages the bowlers to explore their strengths and boosts their confidence.
MS Dhoni, known for his meticulous captaincy, admitted to being a bit of a perfectionist, often making fielding adjustments of a few feet to suit the match situation. He requested his fielders to keep a close eye on him and assured them that there would be no negative reactions if a catch was dropped.
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IPL Is Too Big To Say It’s Just Another Final: MS Dhoni
Regarding his future participation in the IPL, MS Dhoni mentioned that he had not made any decisions yet and stated that he had around 8-9 months to contemplate his next move.
He expressed his unwavering support for CSK, emphasizing that he would always be there for the team, whether it be on the field or in other capacities outside the tournament.
“IPL is too big to say it’s just another final. Used to be 8 top teams, now it’s 10. I won’t say it’s just another final. It’s hard work of 2 months. Everybody has contributed. Yes, middle-order has not got ample opportunity. GT are a fantastic team and they’ve chased very well, so the thought was to get them in. But it was a good toss to lose.”
“If Jaddu gets conditions that help him. he’s very difficult to hit. His bowling changed the game. Not to forget his partnership with Moeen. We try to create an environment and work out what is the strength of a fast bowler. We try to give them confidence and tell them ‘please try to explore your bowling’. We try to motivate them as much as possible. Support staff is there, Bravo and Eric are there.”
“You see the wicket and according to that you keep adjusting the field. I can be a very annoying captain, I keep shifting fielders 2-3 feet. Only request I ask from the fielders is, keep an eye on me. If there’s a dropped catch there will be no reaction (from me), just keep an eye on me. I don’t know (back next year?) – I have 8-9 months to decide. Why take that headache now. I’ll always be there for CSK, where it’s playing or something outside.”
As fans eagerly await MS Dhoni’s decision, his dedication and loyalty to CSK remain unquestionable. With his unparalleled leadership skills and immense contribution to the team over the years, Dhoni’s presence has been instrumental in CSK’s success. As he ponders his future, cricket enthusiasts around the world eagerly anticipate the next chapter in the legendary cricketer’s journey, both within and beyond the IPL.
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