'Mujhe Pata Hai, Tujhe Bolne Ki Zarurat Nai Hai!' Parupalli Kashyap Shares His Memorable Dhoni Story
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Famous shuttler Parupalli Kashyap shares an MS Dhoni story (x.com)
Indian cricket legend MS Dhoni recently attended the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar, Gujarat, alongside several top stars, celebrities, and sports personalities.
Among them was Indian badminton star Parupalli Kashyap, who shared a heartwarming incident involving MS Dhoni that went viral on social media.
Watch: Parupalli Kashyap's Memorable Encounter with MS Dhoni
In a video that has captured the attention of many, Parupalli Kashyap is seen sitting with his wife, renowned badminton player Saina Nehwal.
Parupalli recounted how he met MS Dhoni during the event and felt humbled by the cricket icon's kind words.
Parupalli revealed that he felt like a lesser-known guest at the event, introducing himself as Saina Nehwal's husband to get recognized. He humorously mentioned feeling like "Saina+1" among the attendees.
When he approached Dhoni, who was heading to the washroom, Parupalli introduced himself as "Saina's husband." Dhoni's response left a lasting impression on him. Dhoni casually said, "I know, bhai," making Parupalli feel at ease and valued. Dhoni added, "I watch you play badminton; the difference is I play cricket, and you play badminton."
Parupalli expressed his admiration for Dhoni's humility, stating that only Dhoni could have made him feel so comfortable and respected.
Later in the event, Dhoni took a selfie with Parupalli , which the badminton star shared on his social media, further endearing fans to the touching moment.
This incident highlights Dhoni's down-to-earth nature and the respect he commands across different sports. For cricket and badminton fans alike, this story adds another layer to the legendary status of MS Dhoni and the camaraderie he shares with fellow athletes.
 "Sumit Gupta")
