"Inspired By MS Dhoni": Jonty Rhodes' Take On Viral Video Of Him Helping Groundsmen Is Gold

One of the finest fielders the game of cricket has ever seen, Jonty Rhodes remains a beloved figure in the cricketing fraternity even today. It isn't just the way he played the Gentleman's game that earned him worldwide fade but also the manner he conducts himself off the field. With the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match between Lucknow Super Giants and Chennai Super Kings encountering a rain-hurdle, Rhodes' selfless nature was truly visible to fans.

As the rain came downpouring at the Ekana stadium in Lucknow, Rhodes -- who is the LSG fielding coach -- grabbed one of the strings of the cover, lending a helping hand to the groundsmen in a bid to quickly cover the pitch.

The video of Rhodes' selfless action went viral on social media, with fans hailing him for being grounded.

Reacting to the video, Rhodes said: "Thank you @Anand_ac314 I was actually inspired by @msdhoni and the way he handled the incredible support he was shown at #EkanaStadium. Not just a legend, but a great man too #7 #legend #greathuman #respectthegame"

Thank you @Anand_ac314 I was actually inspired by @msdhoni and the way he handled the incredible support he was shown at #EkanaStadium. Not just a legend, but a great man too #7 #legend #greathuman #respectthegame https://t.co/rlS0XKyCsO

Reacting to another video of his act shared by LSG, the former South African cricketer said: "Just trying to live up to my supporters signs from the 90s which claimed that "water covers 70% of the earth, and rest is covered by Jonty"."

Just trying to live up to my supporters signs from the 90's which claimed that "water covers 70% of the earth, and rest is covered by Jonty". #respectcricket #lovemjyob https://t.co/asuu4IVBdk

As for the match, Ayush Badoni stood