The special camaraderie between legendary MS Dhoni and batting maestro Virat Kohli is known to everyone. During a private event in Chennai, former Indian captain MS Dhoni shared personal anecdotes about his successor Virat Kohli offering a unique insight into their special bond. Their bond was developed over many years on the Indian cricket team, a period that saw Kohli's debut under Dhoni's leadership and his eventual rise to captaincy. Dhoni's candid remarks provided a fresh perspective on Kohli, revealing a multi-talented and humorous personality that starkly contrasts with his famously aggressive and competitive demeanor on the cricket field. These revelations add a new dimension to the public's understanding of the relationship between two of India's most celebrated cricketers.
MS Dhoni reveals Virat Kohli's 3 special qualities off the field
Dhoni, celebrated for his calm disposition, painted a vivid and amusing picture of Kohli's character off the pitch. The CSK legend dispelled the common perception of Kohli as a perpetually intense athlete, describing him instead as 'very funny' and 'very entertaining'. Dhoni highlighted three of Kohli's lesser-known talents that underscore his entertaining nature: a natural ability for singing, exceptional dancing skills, and a mastery of mimicry. These qualities, Dhoni explained, make Kohli a joy to be around and a constant source of amusement for his teammates.
“He also sings well. He is a good singer. He is a good dancer. He is good in mimicry. If he is in the mood, he is very, very entertaining,” Dhoni was heard saying during the event.
Not just this, Dhoni also talked about his IPL future. Amidst ongoing speculation about his future in the glitzy league, Chennai Super Kings icon has reaffirmed that his connection to the franchise is not merely professional but deeply personal. He emphasised that his bond with CSK transcends the game of cricket itself.
“There is no CSK without Dhoni” is a phrase often heard among fans, and Dhoni himself seems to echo that sentiment.The 44-year-old reaffirmed that his connection with the franchise will endure beyond his time as an active player," Dhoni added.
“I have always said that there is a lot of time for me to decide, but if you are asking about coming back in a yellow jersey I we will always be in a yellow jersey, whether I am playing or not, is a different matter. Me and CSK, we are together. You know even for the next 15-20 year,” he further said.