IPL 2022: Dhoni And His Regiment Will Be In The Hills, He'll Take A Rest Before Starting With One Massive Over - Ravi Shastri

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri emphasized Dhoni’s fitness levels, which let him keep going, while Chennai supporters went crazy over his commitment to pursue.

MS Dhoni said on Friday that he will “definitely” play in the IPL next year, putting an end to doubts about his participation.

MS Dhoni, the captain of the Chennai Super Kings, declared on Friday that he might “definitely” participate in the IPL next year even though it would be “inappropriate” to the state whereupon the team is based. Chennai, which considers Dhoni one of its own, exploded in glee at the possibility of seeing ‘Thala’ at a full Chepauk next campaign, putting to rest rumors about his career in the T20 competition.

Dhoni, who replaced Ravindra Jadeja as Chennai captain midseason, made 232 runs in 14 games, including a match-winning 28 against the Mumbai Indians. On the last ball of the contest, the experienced keeper-batter pulled the clock back to smash Jaydev Unadkat for a boundary.

‘He is indeed one of the country’s best leaders’: Ravi Shastri

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri emphasized Dhoni’s athletic performance, which let him continue running, while Chennai supporters went crazy over his commitment to continue. Shastri also mentioned Dhoni’s two-month sabbatical in 2019, during which he served in a paramilitary outfit.

“That is without a doubt the case. It’s excellent that they’ve released a statement now because it ends all of the suspense and turmoil. He is one of the best cricket captains the country has to offer, particularly in white-ball cricket. Above all, the news must be encouraging for CSK fans, “ESPNCricinfo spoke with Ravi Shastri.

“He is indeed not any ordinary player. With his unit, he’ll be high in the hills. For the next two to three months, he will take a rest. He’ll play cricket with it together. After that, he’ll have a big over and get rolling.”

Chennai had one of their worst IPL seasons, falling out of contention for a playoff berth very early in the tournament.

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