MS Dhoni: The Evergreen Legend Shines Again in IPL 2025

Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu and commentator Matthew Hayden praised MS Dhoni's outstanding wicketkeeping and enduring skill in the IPL 2025 match between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians. Dhoni's lightning stumping and his inspirational leadership continue to impress fans and players, underscoring his evolving prowess and heartwarming mentorship.

In a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, MS Dhoni's exceptional wicketkeeping captured attention once more, especially his lightning-fast stumping of Suryakumar Yadav. Former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu, speaking on Jio Hotstar, lauded Dhoni's remarkable fitness and technique, comparing his cricketing form to an old wine getting better with age.

Sidhu praised Dhoni's influence and mentorship, especially his encouragement of MI's young left-arm spinner Vignesh. He emphasized that at 43, Dhoni remains unmatched, suggesting he might still score a half-century for Chennai Super Kings at 50. The respect and admiration Dhoni has garnered seem boundless, much like his on-field contributions.

Echoing similar sentiments on ESPNcricinfo, Matthew Hayden remarked on Dhoni's stellar execution during the match, applauding his quick timing, exceptional vision, and technique while keeping wickets. CSK's victory, aided by Noor Ahmad's impressive bowling and a gritty 65* from Rachin Ravindra, further highlighted the team's strong performance at Chepauk.

(With inputs from agencies.)