Delhi: In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Mahendra Singh Dhoni is once again seen captaining Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Dhoni has been given the command again due to the injury of the team’s regular captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. He took the captaincy for the first time this season as soon as he landed on the ground for the toss against Kolkata Knight Riders. Meanwhile, the period of criticism and trolling for Dhoni’s performance on social media has also started. In view of these reactions, former Indian all -rounder Irfan Pathan has given a big statement in support of Dhoni.
Warning to Dhoni’s critics
Irfan has warned those who criticized Dhoni through a video that his achievements should also be respected while criticizing. He said, “It is not wrong to criticize Dhoni, but also keep in mind what he has achieved. We can criticize the big players, but we should not cross a limit.”
“Criticize, but don’t insult”
Irfan is not commenting in the IPL this year, but he is constantly analyzing matches on his YouTube channel. Meanwhile, he said, “I want people to criticize Dhoni, it is the right of the fans. But insulting a player, it is also not right to have a player who has done a lot for the country. It is very unfortunate to make mimes and mock. It is very unfortunate. If you talk on the basis of figures, I will support, but it is wrong to insult in emotions.”
India created history under Dhoni’s captaincy
Irfan also said in his video that Dhoni is one of the most successful captains of India. Under his leadership, India has won big tournaments like 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy. Dhoni is the only captain whose names are these three ICC Trophy.
Capture was also held in IPL 2022
This is not the first time Dhoni has taken command of the team in the middle season. Even in IPL 2022, Ravindra Jadeja was made the captain in the beginning of the season, but after a poor performance, Jadeja was removed and Dhoni was made captain again.
This season did not show power with the bat
Dhoni’s personal performance in IPL 2025 so far has not been much special. In one match, he came down to bat at number nine, due to which the fans started trolling him on social media. After this, Irfan Pathan gave this statement, in which he said that criticism should be limited and insult should be avoided.
Dhoni honored the country
Irfan ending his statement saying, “Dhoni is a champion player. He has proud of India. Now he is in the last phase of his cricket, we should maintain respect for him. Criticism, but with dignity.”
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