Ashwin's Amazing Comeback: A Dhoni Masterclass
Okay, so you know Ravichandran Ashwin, right? The amazing Indian off-spinner? Well, he recently gave a shout-out to MS Dhoni, saying Dhoni completely changed his IPL career. It all came out during the launch of a new book, "Leo – The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings," written by PS Raman. The launch was a big deal – Dhoni himself was there, along with CSK legends like Stephen Fleming and Mike Hussey. It really highlighted how close Ashwin is to the franchise.
Those Early IPL Days
Ashwin got really candid about his early IPL days, remembering this crazy Facebook message from Dhoni back in 2009. He wasn’t exactly setting the world on fire at the start. But Dhoni’s message? It was basically a promise of future chances. And you know what? Dhoni was totally right. There’s this one game against the Mumbai Indians that stands out. Dhoni gave Ashwin the new ball – a super risky move! – and Ashwin ended up getting Kieron Pollard out in the most bizarre way. It was such a bold call from Dhoni, a real show of faith in Ashwin.
Dhoni's Lasting Impact
Kris Srikkanth, another cricket legend, chimed in, saying Dhoni played a huge role in Ashwin’s success. He went from being a promising Tamil Nadu player to this incredible Test bowler with over 500 wickets! It's pretty amazing to think about. Ashwin's return to CSK in 2025? Many see it as a gift from Dhoni, a testament to their strong bond. It's clear their relationship had a massive impact.
CSK's Spin Powerhouse – A Force to be Reckoned With
Now, Ashwin's back with Ravindra Jadeja – that's a seriously formidable spin combination for CSK! Together, they've got so much experience and skill. It’s almost unfair. Their combined abilities could be the key to CSK winning a record-breaking sixth IPL title. And then there’s Noor Ahmad; adding him to the mix makes CSK’s spin bowling even more unstoppable. They're a force to be reckoned with, for sure.
What’s Next for Ashwin and CSK?
With IPL 2025 underway, everyone’s watching Ashwin and Jadeja. Their partnership is definitely one of the biggest storylines of the season. Along with the other top players on the team, they could seriously take CSK to the next level. It’s going to be exciting to see what happens!
