NEW DELHI: A viral video of former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has taken social media by storm, capturing him riding a bike in slippers while taking a stylish U-turn.
After a refreshing vacation in the United States with close friends, Dhoni returned to Ranchi, where he has been spotted enjoying the simple pleasures of life on two wheels.
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The video, which showcases Dhoni’s laid-back demeanour and signature flair, comes on the heels of his arrival at the Ranchi airport, also widely shared across various platforms.
While fans were thrilled to see the cricketing icon back in his hometown, they were equally captivated by his casual style and confidence, effortlessly manoeuvring his bike.
As excitement swells around Dhoni’s return, attention also turns to his future in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
With the mega auction approaching, questions loom regarding whether Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will retain their legendary captain or if he will enter the auction pool if he decides to play another season of IPL.
Speculation has been rife about Dhoni’s status, particularly after images of him enjoying an American football game in the US circulated online.
Earlier, there were rumours suggesting that the CSK management had requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to allow Dhoni to be retained as an uncapped player.
However, CSK’s CEO, Kasi Viswanathan, swiftly denied these claims by saying, “I have no idea about it. We have not requested it. They (BCCI) have themselves told us that the ‘uncapped player rule’ may be kept, that’s all. They haven’t announced anything yet. The rules and regulations will be announced by the BCCI.”
Should the “uncapped player rule” be reinstated, which permits franchises to retain retired international players as uncapped, fans may get the chance to see Dhoni don the iconic yellow jersey once more in the upcoming IPL season.
