It’s a moment that can stir the hearts of fans and send ripples of excitement through the stadium, and the same thing happened on Friday in Lucknow when the collective roar of the crowd reached a crescendo as Dhoni took giant strides to the crease while playing against hosts Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
It’s a sea of yellow love at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, as this could be Thala’s last IPL match as a player in the City of Nawabs.
And to describe it well, Quinton de Kock‘s wife Sasha posted a unique story on her Instagram handle, captioning it, “When MS Dhoni Comes out to bat,” together with her smartwatch’s picture, in which the update stated that: “Loud Environment: Sound levels hit 95 decibels. Just 10 minutes at this level can cause temporary hearing loss.”
The smartwatch’s update is true to great extent, as the deafening cheers and chants engulf the senses, pushing the spectators on the edge of their seats. And what followed after that was truly mesmerising when Dhoni went hammer and tongs, ripping apart LSG bowlers.
In a breathtaking display of power hitting, the 42-year-old Dhoni delivered an unbeaten blitz of 28 runs off just 9 balls. His innings, adorned with three boundaries and a couple of towering sixes that soared into the stands, left spectators in awe of his mastery.
Dhoni’s explosive cameo not only entertained the crowd but also marked a significant milestone in his IPL journey, as he surpassed 5,000 runs as a wicketkeeper-batsman in the tournament.
In the current IPL season, Dhoni has showcased remarkable form, remaining undefeated thus far and has scored 87 runs at a staggering strike rate of over 255. His consistent performance and ability to dictate the tempo of the game highlight his unwavering skill and impact as one of the greatest cricketers of all time.