NEW DELHI: Ram Babu, widely regarded as MS Dhoni’s one of the most devoted fans, recently revealed an endearing side of the former Indian cricket captain.
In a heartfelt video making rounds on social media, Babu acknowledged that Dhoni continues to support him, covering his trips to various matches across India.
Despite Dhoni having retired from international cricket, the bond between the two remains as strong as ever.
Wearing a T-shirt inspired by the Indian tricolour and proudly displaying Dhoni’s iconic jersey number 7, Babu shared how the Indian icon personally ensures that he receives match passes.
“I take Dhoni’s name to the stadium, and the passes I’ve been receiving so far are all arranged by Dhoni sir,” Babu disclosed in the viral clip.
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He further added that he will continue attending matches to cheer for the Indian team and chant Dhoni’s name, even if the legendary cricketer no longer plays for the country.
This heartwarming story offers a glimpse into Dhoni’s humility towards his fans.
Meanwhile, Dhoni is keeping fans and pundits guessing about his future with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction.
With five IPL titles under his belt, Dhoni’s IPL future will play a crucial role in shaping the franchise’s strategy for the next season.
Interestingly, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently introduced a new rule allowing players who have not represented India for over five years to be classified as ‘uncapped’.
This enables CSK to retain Dhoni for a base price of ₹4 crore, giving hope to fans who wish to see him play for the franchise once more after relinquishing captaincy last season and passing the baton to Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Whether Dhoni plays the IPL or not, one thing remains clear —- his legacy extends far beyond the cricket field.