[Watch] 'Thala For A Reason': MS Dhoni Cutely Reacts To Fans' Favourite One-Liner

MS Dhoni during an event [X.com]

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, former captain of the Indian cricket team, continues to captivate fans worldwide despite his retirement from international cricket. Dhoni's immense popularity remains undiminished, earning him a massive following.

At a recent event, MS Dhoni was asked about the phrase "Thala for a reason," a popular slogan among his fans. 

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With his characteristic smile, Dhoni responded, "I am very grateful for my fans. They defend me and praise me when needed." 

This phrase has become a major fuel for memes and trends, further testifying to Dhoni's enduring charm and the iconic status of his number 7 jersey. Fans often associate his jersey number with whimsical and random aspects of life, underscoring his wide-reaching influence.

In the cricketing world, the 43-year-old Dhoni's future continues to be a topic of keen interest. After leading Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to victory in IPL 2023, many expected him to retire. In the event, he replied to this question, Dhoni chose to keep his cards close to his chest, leaving fans eagerly awaiting his next move, he said,

“There is a lot of time for it. We have to see what decision they take on player retention etc. Right now, the ball is not in our court. So, once the rules and regulations get formarlised, I will take a call, but needs to be in the best interest of the team,” he added.

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