"Temples Of MS Dhoni Would Be Built": Ex-India Star's Humongous Prediction

15.05.2024 - 09:05 sports.ndtv.com

The connection that MS Dhoni has with Chennai and IPL side Chennai Super Kings is quite well-known and the veteran cricketer enjoys a legendary status among the fans of the franchise.

Dhoni has been leading the side since the first IPL season way back in 2008 and under his leadership, they have won the title a record-equaling five times.

With rumours claiming that IPL 2024 can be Dhoni's final season in the tournament, the fans have been flocking to the stadium for his every game and the sound is almost thunderous whenever he comes out to bat.

Former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu hailed Dhoni as the 'God of Chennai' and said that temples will be made in his honour in the near future. “He is the God of Chennai and I am sure, temples of MS Dhoni would be built in the years to come in Chennai,” Rayudu said on Star Sports. = The Bandham of a lifetime! #YellorukkumThanks @msdhoni @ImRaina pic.twitter.com/LXYinxP5QS “He is someone who brought India the joy of two World Cups and has brought Chennai joy with a lot of IPL and Champions League titles.

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