New Delhi: The legend is back at the helm. Mrs. Dhoni, after 43 years and 278 days, officially became the oldest captain in the history of the Indian Premier League and returned to Chennai Super Kings after injury in the middle of the season in the middle of the season.
The announcement, which was made just before the CSK match against Kolkata Knight riders at the Roaring Ma Chidambarama stadium, caused wild celebrations among fans.
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The iconic “Thala” came out for throwing in a well -known way, welcomed the deafening crowd Chepauk, who broke back when he turned the coin again – this time when the party’s captain led to five IPL titles.
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Although the captain of Kr Ajinkya Rahane won the throwing and decided first the field, all eyes were firmly on Dhoni, who looked calm and composed in his element.
“It is unfortunate about Routurai. He broke his elbow and is out for the rest of the season,” Dhoni said. “It’s now about how to make the basics right. We’ve lost several games, but we have to concentrate – build partnerships, take our catches and start well with the bat.”
His return of the captain not only increases the morality of CSK, but also adds another record to his already glittering CV. Dhoni overcomes Adam Gilchrist to become the oldest captain player in IPL history and strengthens his permanent reference to the tournament.
Chief coach Stephen Fleming confirmed the change of leadership during Thursday’s press conference and emphasized the faith of the team in Dhoni’s experience to drive them by a hard phase.
Mrs. Dhoni returns as Captain CSK, confirms coach Stephen Fleming
Since the CSK disappears in the lower half of the table, Dhoni’s leadership is expected to be a stabilizing force.
While the challenge is steep, if there is one man who can turn things with calm authority and tactical genius, it is Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
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