Zaheer Khan: MS Dhoni Is Enthusiastic About Cricket, But It’s Not Everything for Him

“Cricket is still important, but it’s not everything” for MS Dhoni, according to his former colleague Zaheer Khan, who describes him as the guy who loves to surprise people and is willing to try new things.

42-year-old skipper Virat Kohli is getting ready to lead the Chennai Super Kings in the next Indian Premier League. Four years ago, the dynamic former captain of India announced his retirement from international cricket.

“MS Dhoni realized a long time ago that cricket is his life and that he is passionate about it. However, it couldn’t be everything, Zaheer said in a JioCinema episode honoring Dhoni.

In addition to his victories in the World Cup and India’s ascent to the top of the Test world rankings, Dhoni has guided CSK to a record-tying five IPL championships since assuming the captaincy post at the league’s 2008 launch.

Zaheer said, “It’s crucial to take a break from the game when you’re playing.” It’s not all cricket. Eventually, every cricket player must deal with this.

“There may not be many alternatives available to you after you leave the game. Numerous sportsmen who gave their all in the game and were left wondering what to do after retirement have struggled.

In this way, MS Dhoni realized a long time ago that cricket is his life and he is enthusiastic about it. It could not, however, be everything.

“He never stops doing things besides sports.” For instance, his passion for motorcycles. He studies them constantly.

Regarding Dhoni, former all-rounder for CSK and India Suresh Raina expressed his desire for his old teammate to play in the IPL for a further five years.

“Who will be their next captain? That is the main question. Dhoni would remain in the dugout even if he were to resign as captain, either to serve as a coach for mental toughness or just to be there. However, the issue remains: whom will he raise?

For CSK, this is a crucial year. With whom is MS aiming his gaze? The choice of Ruturaj Gaikwad is wise. More so than for MS Dhoni, this year is crucial for CSK.

“Because we’ll see who he chooses to be his deputy and I’ve been managing the team since 2008; you manage this now. “I’ll wear the jersey and sit in the dressing room while you take care of the yellow,” Raina said.

“It’s critical to observe his future planning right now. His age is forty-two. At the very least, two or three more years, is how long I would want to see him play.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play the defending champions CSK in the first round of the Indian Premier League on Friday.