IPL 2024 [WATCH]: CSK hero MS Dhoni delights 103-year-old superfan with personalized signed jersey

One of the standout franchises in the annals of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), commands a fervent following. This allegiance finds embodiment in the unwavering support of S Ramdas, a centenarian of 103 years whose ardour for both CSK and cricket remains undiminished.

MS Dhoni signing the jersey for S Ramdas

In a recent video shared by the Chennai franchise on social media, MS Dhoni, the ex-captain of CSK, was captured signing a personalized jersey for his devoted fan, Ramdas, who is 103 years old. In the footage, Ramdas’s son is depicted accepting the heartfelt gesture on behalf of his elderly father, while Dhoni ensured to pen down a special note for the centenarian. Ramdas, a former member of the British Military’s Army, had previously garnered attention from CSK’s extensive fan community after a video surfaced where he expressed his profound affection for the franchise and his favourite player, Dhoni.

Here is the Video:

A gift for the 1⃣0⃣3⃣ year old superfan 💛

Full story 🔗 – https://t.co/oSPBWCHvgB #WhistlePodu #Yellove pic.twitter.com/hGDim4bgU3

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 3, 2024

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CSK’s performance in IPL  2024

CSK find themselves in a challenging position on the IPL 2024 points table. With 10 matches already played this season, they have secured victories in just 5 of them. Currently placed at number 5, CSK aim to stage a comeback for the playoffs. To secure a spot in the playoffs, they need to win a minimum of 3 out of the remaining 5 matches.

In this season, Dhoni delighted fans with his batting prowess, showcasing numerous cameos. Throughout 8 innings across 10 matches, he amassed 110 runs at a scorching strike rate of 230. With the possibility of this being Dhoni’s final season, he savored every moment at the crease. Accumulating an impressive tally of 260 IPL appearances, Dhoni has notched up 5192 runs with a blistering strike rate of 137.

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