South African young sensation and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Dewald Brevis has grabbed attention with his heartfelt admiration for Indian legend MS Dhoni.
In a recent interaction, the 22-year-old made some glowing remarks about the CSK skipper, which quickly set social media abuzz. He is currently part of the Hampshire team in the T20 Blast 2025.
Brevis joined CSK mid-season in IPL 2025, as an injury replacement and featured in several matches for the franchise. Known for his explosive batting style and fearless approach, he was also spotted on multiple occasions sharing conversations with Dhoni on the field, reflecting a strong rapport and mutual respect between the two.
Dewald Brevis hails Dhoni as a living legend
Talking to TalkSport, Brevis praised Dhoni for his remarkable fitness, saying he remains as fit as any active player. He highlighted how approachable and supportive Dhoni is, always open to conversations about cricket, life, or anything in between. He described Dhoni as a true living legend, admired not just for his achievements but also for his incredible cricketing knowledge and sharp vision of the game. According to Brevis, Dhoni has the rare ability to anticipate situations before they unfold, making it a valuable experience to play alongside and learn from someone of his stature.
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“He’s incredible. He’s as fit as any player out there. He always has time for you. You’re always welcome to go to him, have a chat, talk about cricket, life, anything. He’s a real living legend, and his knowledge of the game is incredible. He has vision and can see things unfolding even before they happen. It’s great to learn from him and play alongside him,” stated Brevis.
Brevis’ impactful stint with CSK
Also known as ‘Baby AB’ for his clean striking and innovative shot-making, Brevis has impressed many with his fearless approach at the crease. Joining CSK as a replacement for skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, the right-hander made an impressive mark on the franchise with his impactful performances. In the six games he played, Brevis scored 225 runs at a blistering strike rate of 180, which included two explosive half-centuries. His ability to take on bowlers from ball one and adapt to different match situations added a fresh dynamic to CSK’s batting lineup. At just 22, Brevis has shown maturity beyond his years and is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting young talents in the game.
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