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It turned out to be a heart-warming and exciting night Chennai Super King (CSK) Supporters, MS Dhoni’s parents Pan Singh and Devika Devi are rare at Ma Chidambaram Stadium during CSK’s IPL 2025 conflict Delhi Capital (DC) Saturday. Dhoni’s wife Sakshi and daughter Ziva joined the stands, further stimulating speculation about the future of iconic cricketers in the IPL.
Dhoni’s parents visited his IPL match in Chennai for the first time since he first wore the CSK jersey in 2008. The city has always used him as a game of his own. The sight of Dhoni’s entire family in Chepauk has put fans in an emotional frenzy, and many wonder if his potential campaigners, whether there is a friendly person, whether they will be on the scene to the friendship.
With the images and videos circulating online by the Dhoni family, the social media platform is filled with emotional tribute and gratitude.
Dhoni remained the backbone of the CSK setup at the age of 43, playing in more than 260 IPL games and scoring more than 5,000 times. Although he handed over the captain to Ruturaj Gaikwad before IPL 2024, his leadership continues to coach the team. However, the recent decision to raise eyebrows in the 9th match against Royal Challenger Bengaluru (RCB) and further exacerbated retirement rumors.
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Despite its limitations, Doni is still the biggest attraction in the IPL, with fans appearing in large numbers just to catch a glimpse of the former Indian captain. His unparalleled legacy, calm manner and cricket acumen remain at the heart of CSK’s identity.
As the retirement conversation intensified, Dhoni’s every move – attracted attention both off the court and outside. Regardless of whether this season is his last season or not, one thing is certain: Doni’s influence on Indian cricket, and IPL is always engraved in history.
Here is the reaction of fans:
Sweet tender in my hometown.
#CSKVDC #whistlePodu #Yellove
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– Chennai Super King (@chennaiipl) April 5, 2025
MS Dhoni’s parents are watching the game, this is the first time I have seen them and everyone is watching
Brother, if that happens, I can’t digest Dhoni’s retirement trauma#CSKVDC pic.twitter.com/tb7q9pav7x
– utkarsh
(@utkarsh_dhoni) April 5, 2025
-ECI imitation (@eci_parody) April 5, 2025
This is the first time Dhoni’s parents are in Chepauk
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— Cyrus (@cyrusdhoni07) April 5, 2025
-Rohan (@pvthaibhai) April 5, 2025
MS Dhoni’s parents are on Chepauk for the first time since Lenovo, which started with the franchise in 2008! @msdhoni #whistlePodu #Takaiph2025 #csk #mmsdhoni #CSKVDC pic.twitter.com/o3w46rxd0d
– Ashwith Kumar (@Ashuu45i) April 5, 2025
Parents of most loved men
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– `(@imviaan_) April 5, 2025
Doni’s parents are really here pic.twitter.com/yjapcj3kqr
– TJ (@spoidyfanboy) April 5, 2025
