By SA
April 30 2008

While Mahendra Singh, or M.S. (lovingly pronounced “Yem Ess”) Dhoni, is no Rajnikanth, he and Chennai are a marriage made in heaven. On one hand, you have the next big thing of World Cricket waiting to find his den after maturing into a Lion and on the other hand, you have one of the most cricket starved, passionate, knowledgeable, and least rewarded fans in the country! First of all, Hats off to Dhoni or should I say “Yem Ess” for sticking up for Sivamani at the end of the Super Kings victory at Bangalore! Those Kanadigas could not stand Sivamani celebrating with the team in the middle of the pitch and boy, Dhoni acted like a real hero there while the rest were having fun! He went and asked the security to not mess with Sivamani. It was great to see those two embracing each other during the presentation ceremony.


Second of all, is Dhoni India's finest captain ever (or at least, the finest captain ever in the making) or what??   IMO He is already that and more!  No point waiting 10 years and then deciding because we have seen enough.  Just look at the way he handled the team today!  Firstly, his batting and the responsibility he showed, wow!  Secondly, his fielding changes and handling of bowlers under pressure, double wow!!. Thirdly, the way he maintained calm after every wicket, triple wow!!! I'm glad we paid so much for him and I'm glad we don't have an washed up over-rated over-supported and over-loved star like how many other sides have! We have someone who has attained stardom in the hard way like Sachin did and will be responsible as a role model in this country. We can rightfully and proudly call him our adopted son!!

Last but not the least , did you see the way Dhoni spoke yet again in post match presentation ? Has there ever been this blatantly honest a Captain for the game ? He openly admits the flaws of this team and is so down to earth about the game . He does not mince his words and does not speak to entertain the crowd or boost his image! He openly said that our bowling is weak and also talked about how it might sound funny but the bowlers didnt shine the ball enough (that’s a great point !) Has there been a bigger boon and reason for this country to move ahead from the era of Dravid, Ganguly, Laxman, etc.?

It is time to seek a new era with Dhoni as the leader? Dhoni is as good as you get . Even Ricky Ponting didn't make Hayden and Hussey speak in awe about him like how they did about Dhoni today.


That’s good ol’ M.S.Dhoni for you . THE ADOPTED SON OF CHENNAI

M.S. Dhoni: Adopted Son Of Chennai

Discussion started by Indian Cricket Fever (IP Logged), 30/04/2008 18:27

Indian Cricket Fever
30/04/2008 18:27

M.S. Dhoni: Adopted Son Of Chennai

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Gabbar
28/04/2008 20:32

What did hayden and hussey say?

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Birbal
28/04/2008 23:03

Yeah what did the 2Hs say... need to spice up the article...which will be coming up shortly...

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crazynate
29/04/2008 00:26

Its not like haydo and hussy are going to bag him now , are they?
Not unless they want a stint on the bench...
But I agree Dhoni is a top class captain as shown in the odi's in aussie.
A lot of us were impressed with him.

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SA
29/04/2008 05:13

I don't remember the exact words but Hayden was talking about how he is a real superstar with his aura and class ! Hussey on the other hand said a lot of things about Dhoni in awe ( i don't remember the exact words sorry ! ) ...


SA

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anu_d
29/04/2008 05:15

Dhoni is also the adopted uncle of one of our favorite posters here

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crazynate
29/04/2008 09:01

You dont remember the exact words but you could tell he was in awe? ...lol..

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SA
29/04/2008 09:23

Yes, got a problem ?


SA

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Indian Prideâ„¢
29/04/2008 09:45

Dhoni has been a mighty impressive captain.

His keeping has been very good as well.

His batting has not lived upto the promise but then
again, going with Indian tradition the captain can keep
his place purely on this captaining..

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kappax
29/04/2008 11:21

Poor Anu.. all her nightmares are coming true all at once...

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crazynate
29/04/2008 11:33

No problem SA...

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SD
29/04/2008 18:07

Good for Chennai. Helping out the destitutes and lunatics out of Ranchi.

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kappax
29/04/2008 22:53

yeah we give 1.5 million for one of them... and the destitutes of mumbai are not worth 2 annas..

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round rock
30/04/2008 12:41

so far dhoni, warne impressed me as captains. worst captains in IPL --- no prizes for guessing -- vvsl and dravid. i will add bajjy to that list even though he was make-shift. yuvvy is ok, same will veeru although veeru can do lot better. ganguly has lot of backing in his city plus king khan.

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kappax
30/04/2008 12:55

Hmmm..

one of anu's msg's about destitutes from Ranchi has been deleted...

Was that reported???

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Birbal
30/04/2008 22:47

SA is a true diehard... attended both the Chennai Test and the Super Kings matches...

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Rawalpindi Express
01/05/2008 03:43

how can Dhoni be the best cappo when the born leader is leading KKR?

Dhoni is not even close....

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Spirit of Cricket
02/05/2008 15:49

Dhoni has excelled as captain - there must be something he brings to the team.

It's surprising to see this loyalty engendered by IPL. Methinks the death of ODI and Test cricket isn't too far. Not to mention ICC and the self-important old farts running it.

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kappax
02/05/2008 16:05

there is something he brings to the team...

the Winning EDGE.. should be given test captaicy without fail...

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Meet_New_Mr_India
02/05/2008 18:48

Sehwag outshines Dhoni in the big match up...

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flamy
02/05/2008 19:09

It was BRUTAL CLASS by Sehwag and Gambhir. Respek!

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tapss
02/05/2008 19:22

It was the bowlers..McGrath,Asif and YoMi started it and Sehwag and Gambhir just clinically and brutally finished them off. Delhi team has the edge with their bowling. Plus they have someone like McGrath for throughout the season.

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Spirit of Cricket
02/05/2008 23:06

Interesting to see if Sehwag can remain consistent as he has been, as batsman and captain.

Also now that Dhoni has lost a couple of Aussies (Hayden and Hussey), let's see if he can keep up his team's performance.

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Rawalpindi Express
02/05/2008 23:33

Sehwag have the best team in IPL and to top it all, his own batting has been top notch......Dhoni will get another shot at him ....

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Max
03/05/2008 04:46

Dhoni didn't do too well yesterday as captain. His needless decision to promote himself ahead of Suresh Raina cost his team the match. Considering the start they had, I'm pretty sure Superkings would have got 200 had they stuck with the original batting order, and that would have been enough to win, despite the Sehwag onslaught. Badrinath is also being under-utilized by SK. Both him and Raina are quality batsmen, who should come in ahead of Dhoni in most situations.

Will be interesting to see if Dhoni learns from his mistakes, as that is the sign of a good captain.

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