Let me share something that got to me during this wild IPL 2025 season. I was standing there on the sidelines, decked out in my Punjab Kings coaching gear, watching MS Dhoni—our Chennai Super Kings legend—hold that bat like he owns the world. We chatted about this crazy trend in cricket, where it feels a bit like football, with coaches barking orders even after the toss. Someone asked me, “Ricky, is something wrong with the game going this way?” And honestly? I just had to laugh and say, “Absolutely not!”
But here’s where it struck me. I told them, “It’s a sight so rare, an on-field captain who doesn’t turn to the dugout for a lifeline. And you know what? MS Dhoni might be the only one in the IPL who doesn’t do that.” I could feel the admiration bubbling up as I said it. With his calm, steady gaze, this guy is out there calling the shots all on his own—pure, unfiltered Dhoni magic. It takes me back to when the game was about instinct and heart, and he’s still living that dream.
I can’t help but feel a deep respect for him. As the IPL rolls on, I’m cheering for this one-of-a-kind spirit—proof that sometimes, the best leaders trust their gut and let their heart lead the way. What a guy!
