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[Saba Sports News] MS Dhoni’s beautiful gesture received widespread appreciation from cricket fans nationwide when a devoted fan defied challenges to fulfill his dream of meeting his idol. During an IPL 2024 match between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the fan disobeyed security protocols and entered the field to express his admiration for Dhoni.
The fan sprinted onto the ground and bowed to touch Dhoni’s feet. Initially surprised, Dhoni composedly stopped the game to acknowledge the fan’s love before security escorted him away. The fan later revealed he faced breathing issues, but the 42-year-old Dhoni responded with concern, saying, “Tujhe Kuch Nahi Hoga, Ghabra Mat. Main Tujhe Kuch Nahi Hone Dunga. Ghabra Mat, Yeh Log Tujhe Kuch Nahi Karenge.” The fan was moved to tears by Dhoni’s words, reinforcing why fans call him “THALA.”
Dhoni stepped down from captaincy before the 17th edition of the league, with Ruturaj Gaikwad leading CSK to a fifth-place finish. Dhoni, sporting his vintage look, scored 161 runs in 11 innings. After a knee injury in 2023, there are reports that Dhoni might return in the 2025 edition to aim for a sixth title, though he has yet to officially announce his availability.