It is well-known fact that MS Dhoni is a huge fan of football. In his biopic M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, Dhoni’s love for football was especially highlighted. The former Indian captain used to play football before his coach renovated him into the wicketkeeper-batsman.
Several times during the warm-ups Ms. Dhoni was seen enjoying the game of football with his teammates. Also, the Ranchi-born cricketer participated in many all-star football tournaments. The all-star events consisted of several Bollywood stars and big Indian cricketers which took place in Mumbai.
Dhoni’s passion and love for football are evident from the fact that Mahi alongside actor Abhishek Bachchan owns a football team. MSD and Abhishek Bachchan own a team named Chennaiyin Football Club or Chennaiyin FC in Indian Super League (ISL). Also, the MSD owned club has won two championship titles in Indian Super League.
#RanveerSingh and #MSDhoni were clicked in an awesome mood at the All Stars Football practice this evening. pic.twitter.com/Q5HY5lYPBZ
— Filmfare (@filmfare) July 25, 2021
Ranveer Singh and MS Dhoni seen together in the practice game
The legendary Indian captain Ms. Dhoni was recently spotted with famous Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh during the All-Stars football warm-up match in Mumbai. Ranveer Singh has many times stated that he is a big fan of Mahendra Singh Dhoni. In the photos, MSD and Ranveer Singh were seen hugging each other in the pictures uploaded on social media.
📷| Ranveer Singh and MS Dhoni spotted at a football match ❤️ pic.twitter.com/yJJnNosR1y
— Ranveer Singh TBT (@Ranveertbt) July 25, 2021
MS Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket in August 2020. Notably, Actor Ranveer Singh paid a tribute to Mahi by writing an emotional note and uploading three throwback pictures. He mentioned his first time meeting with Ms. Dhoni and how he was left shocked. Star Ranveer Singh also mentioned that spending time with Dhoni felt like spending time with his elder brother.
MS Dhoni to return to action during 2nd half of IPL 2021
In the meantime, MS Dhoni was seen in action in the first half of Indian Premier League 2021. However, the league was suspended due to COVID-19 spread across the various teams. However, Dhoni again will be seen in action in the second half of IPL 2021. The second phase of IPL 2021 is scheduled to start in September in UAE. Chennai Super Kings had a very great run in the IPL 2021 after a disappointing 2020 season. During the time of suspension, CSK was at 5 wins from 7 games.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today revealed the schedule for the second phase of the IPL 2021. The 31 matches will be played for the duration of 27 days in the UAE. Also, the first clash will be between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.