MS Dhoni Reflects on Aging and Fitness After IPL Match
Dhoni Acknowledges Feeling Older
At 43 years old, MS Dhoni continues to impress with his remarkable fitness and agility on the field. However, he has recently begun to feel the effects of aging. Following a match against the Gujarat Titans, Dhoni openly admitted this during the post-match presentation. When asked by Harsha Bhogle about Vaibhav Suryaanshi, Dhoni remarked, 'I definitely feel like I have aged.' He also shared a humorous anecdote involving his teammate, Andre Siddharth, who is 25 years younger than him.
In their last IPL game, the Chennai Super Kings triumphed over the Gujarat Titans by 83 runs. During the post-match discussion, Bhogle inquired about Dhoni's feelings when a young player like Suryaanshi touches his feet. Dhoni responded candidly, expressing that it indeed makes him feel older.
It's worth noting that after a match against the Rajasthan Royals, Suryaanshi had also touched Dhoni's feet, a moment that quickly went viral on social media, earning praise for the young player.
Additionally, Dhoni recounted a story about the team bus, where he sits at the back next to Siddharth. When he asked Siddharth about his age, he realized that the young player is significantly younger, which reinforced Dhoni's feelings of aging.
Regarding his future in cricket, Dhoni mentioned that he has ample time to make a decision about playing next year. He stated, 'I have four to five months to decide, so there’s no rush.' He emphasized the importance of staying fit and mentioned plans to enjoy some bike rides in Ranchi. Dhoni clarified that he is neither announcing his retirement nor confirming a return, stating he will take his time to think it over before making a decision.