Young Indian batsman Shubman Gill offered a unique acknowledgment to MS Dhoni before the upcoming fourth Test against England in Ranchi, Dhoni’s hometown. Gill emphasized that regardless of the location, the absence of Dhoni is felt by the entire nation.
The fourth Test at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, beginning on February 23, provides India with an opportunity to secure a decisive lead in the 2-1 series.
During a pre-Ranchi Test press conference, Shubman Gill was queried about his sentiments regarding MS Dhoni, considering the match was scheduled in Dhoni’s hometown.
“The whole of India misses Mahi bhai a lot. It doesn’t matter where you play, in Ranchi or anywhere else,” Gill replied.
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Despite retiring from international cricket in 2020, MS Dhoni continues to be an immensely revered figure in Indian cricket. His next appearance on the field is anticipated in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL). The 42-year-old, who guided the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), secured their record-equalling fifth title in the 2023 season.
Dhruv Jurel shares a memorable fan moment with MS Dhoni
Uttar Pradesh wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel, who debuted in the last India-England match in Rajkot, shared his fanboy experience with MS Dhoni, similar to many other Indian players. Discussing the incident, Jurel mentioned to bcci.tv:
“I was just watching him and stood up, like ‘is this MS Dhoni standing in front of me’. That was the first time I interacted with MS Dhoni, so I was just pinching myself, ‘Is this a dream?’ I met him in 2021, I guess, my first year of IPL. I asked him, ‘can I have one photo with you’ and we clicked a photo. He gave me one advice — just go out, watch the ball and play.”
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The young player expressed his eagerness to meet Dhoni during the upcoming fourth Test in Ranchi.
“It is always my dream to meet Mahi bhai. The last I met him was in IPL, but I wanted to meet him in India jersey. Whenever I spoke to him, I got to learn some things and that helped a lot in my cricket. I will try to meet Mahi bhai in Ranchi and talk to him,” Jurel added.
The 23-year-old had a notable Test debut in Rajkot, contributing with a score of 46 and showcasing a brilliant run-out of Ben Duckett.
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