NEW DELHI: After the riveting clash between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2024, players from the SRH camp took a moment to pay homage to the legendary MS Dhoni, acknowledging his enduring impact on the sport.
In a post-match clip shared on social media by the IPL, SRH players voiced their admiration for Dhoni, recognizing him as a towering figure in cricket.
Wicketkeeper-batter
Heinrich Klaasen
hailed Dhoni's legacy, asserting, "He is going down as a legend. Especially in this country, as well."
Aiden Markram
, the former captain of SRH, echoed Klaasen's sentiments, affirming Dhoni's status as a cricketing icon. "Yeah, he's still got it. He is still the legend," remarked Markram.
Pacer Jaydev Unadkat added to the chorus of praise, emphasizing the magnetic allure that Dhoni exudes. "There is no point denying the fact that everyone is an MS Dhoni fan. He has got an aura behind him," expressed Unadkat.
The IPL underscored the significance of Dhoni's influence across IPL franchises with a caption that read, "From Orange, To Yellow. For MS Dhoni ft. Hyderabad," accompanying the shared video.
In the match itself, Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged triumphant with a commanding six-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, adding a fitting conclusion to a day filled with admiration for cricket's revered icon, MS Dhoni.
(With inputs from ANI)