CSK Teammate Stunned by Dhoni’s Fan Frenzy in IPL 2025: ‘Chepauk Cheered a Teammate’s Dismissal to See MS Bat…’
Chepauk Stadium, MS Dhoni’s “second home,” witnesses unparalleled fanfare whenever the Chennai Super Kings legend takes the field, especially after resuming captaincy following RuturajGaikwad’s season-ending injury. The 43-year-old’s return as skipper has reignited the crowd’s passion, with even teammate dismissals like RavindraJadeja’s run-out being cheered to welcome Dhoni—a spectacle that stunned debutant Jamie Overton. The England all-rounder described the surreal moment: “I’ve watched Premier League games…there’s nothing else like that noise,” urging his family to witness Dhoni’s cult following firsthand. Overton also adapted his batting technique by observing Dhoni’s low-handed grip to counter Indian pitches’ lower bounce.
Despite Dhoni’s leadership, CSK’s IPL 2025 campaign flounders with just two wins in eight matches, leaving them bottom of the table. Overton’s individual contributions remain modest—15 runs and no wickets across three games—mirroring the team’s struggles. Their upcoming clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Chepauk pits two similarly struggling sides, with net run-rate separating them. Dhoni’s blunt post-match assessments highlight CSK’s urgency to rectify errors or rebuild for 2026, even as fans continue to rally behind their iconic captain at the iconic Chennai venue.