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Remembering Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: A Cricketing Anecdote With MS Dhoni

Kaushik Kashyap

Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and MS Dhoni. [Source - DreamIPL91/x.com]Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and MS Dhoni. [Source - DreamIPL91/x.com]

On this day, July 27th, India remembers one of its most beloved sons Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam on his 10th death anniversary. A visionary scientist, an inspiring teacher, and the 11th President of India, Kalam also had an unexpected fondness for cricket, particularly for MS Dhoni.

When Kalam Admired Dhoni in Silence

Srijan Pal Singh, who was a close aide and advisor to Dr. Kalam, once shared a heartwarming story about Kalam’s quiet admiration for MS Dhoni. Though Kalam never watched television, he would often ask for cricket scores during India’s matches, especially keen to know if the Indian captain was still batting.

In a period when the Indian team seemed to be struggling, Kalam would always ask with a hopeful smile, “Is the captain MS Dhoni still not out?” If the answer was yes, Kalam would calmly say, “Don’t worry, the captain would set it all right.” That faith reflected his admiration for the former Indian skipper.

This cherished story was revealed by Srijan Pal Singh on Twitter, the day Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket in 2020. It gave fans a rare glimpse into how deeply Kalam respected Dhoni’s composure and leadership in the face of adversity, qualities that matched his own ideals.

As we remember Dr. Kalam today, this anecdote stands as a testament to the bond between two Indian legends, one who led from the front in science and service, and the other who did the same on the cricket field. A timeless tribute from one icon to another.