Saikiran Uppuluri
Saikiran Uppuluri
In a thrilling match against Delhi Capitals, MS Dhoni showcased his batting prowess in IPL 2024, delivering a spectacular performance despite Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) defeat. Dhoni, who had not batted in CSK’s previous two matches, came to the crease when CSK was struggling at 6 wickets down. His unbeaten 37 off just 16 balls, including 4 fours and 3 sixes, entertained the crowd and showed his ability to change the game’s momentum single-handedly.
Dhoni’s innings was marked by his aggressive intent from the start, hitting a boundary off the first ball he faced. Despite CSK ultimately losing the match by 20 runs, Dhoni’s quick-fire knock left a lasting impact on the game and the fans.
In addition to his batting heroics, Dhoni also achieved a significant milestone in the match, becoming the first player to reach 300 dismissals in T20 cricket. His safe hands behind the stumps were evident when he took a crucial catch off Ravindra Jadeja’s bowling to dismiss Prithvi Shaw. Dhoni’s milestone puts him ahead of former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal, who has 274 dismissals in T20 cricket, highlighting Dhoni’s exceptional skills as a wicketkeeper-batsman.
