Ahead of the opening match of IPL 2024 between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore on 22 March, former India players Zaheer Khan, Suresh Raina, and Parthiv Patel spoke to CSK captain MS Dhoni about his faith in the process, his interests, and his potential successor.
Suresh Raina opined on Chennai Super Kings’ new captain:
“MS Dhoni is 42, and the franchise needs a new captain before Mahi retires. The upcoming season is more important for CSK than MS Dhoni. Ruturaj Gaikwad is a good player and can lead CSK. As Dhoni could tell him to lead the team, all eyes will be on the team’s vice-captain. It will be interesting to see who becomes Dhoni’s deputy. I want Dhonl to play for another five years.”
Zaheer Khan stated that cricket is only a part of MS Dhoni's life. Cricket has been an integral part of his life, but he also has a passion for bikes and is often seen among the two-wheel beauties.