MS Dhoni is one of the biggest names in the cricket world. He is hailed as the most successful captain in cricket history. He is also an idol for most keepers around the world, even after three years of his international retirement. Though, he played his last game for the Indian cricket team three years back his popularity among fans remains unfazed.
Dhoni has remained active in the Indian Premier League. He recently led his team Chennai Super Kings to a title win in the 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League, which also helped the side to equal Mumbai Indians’ record for most IPL title wins.
Besides his brilliant captaincy and powerful performances, he has always won our hearts with his heart-touching gestures toward the youngsters. He is often seen giving crucial advice to youngsters after games during the IPL. He never shies away from appreciating the young talent.
MS Dhoni’s heart-winning gesture for Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter
On Tuesday, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz thanked the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni for his heart-touching gesture. Gurbaz is the latest to get appreciation from Dhoni. In a beautiful gesture, Dhoni has sent him an autographed CSK jersey. Gurbaz took to social media and posted a photo of his prized possession. Sharing the picture, Gurbaz wrote:
“Thanks, MS Dhoni sir for sending me the gift from India,”
Check out the Tweet:
Thanks @msdhoni sir for sending the gift all the way from india ❤️ pic.twitter.com/EaWtwz7CnY
— Rahmanullah Gurbaz (@RGurbaz_21) June 20, 2023
Notably, Gurbaz was a part of Gujarat Titans in IPL 2022 and was traded to Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2023. He scored 227 runs at a strike rate of 133.53 off the 11 games he played in the tournament.
Ahead of IPL 2023, Gurbaz revealed that one of his biggest desires is to play against Dhoni as well as former RCB and South Africa legend AB de Villiers. In an interview with Hindustan Times, he said:
“I had two players in my life I want to play with but unfortunately, I did not play with them. One was AB de Villiers. I was really inspired by him. He was my idol. I followed him a lot from my childhood.”
He added: “He is retired now but one thing that I hope is possible this year is to play with MS Dhoni, against him and with him but in one game. I hope this dream comes true.”
