Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh recently expressed his astonishment at MS Dhoni’s fitness and dedication as he prepares for the IPL 2025 season at the age of 43.
Their conversation took place at a friend’s wedding, where Harbhajan inquired about Dhoni’s rigorous training regimen and how he manages to maintain peak physical condition while facing the demands of professional cricket.
Dhoni’s Commitment to Fitness
During their discussion, Harbhajan noted that Dhoni looked remarkably fit and solid. When asked about the challenges of staying in shape at his age, Dhoni candidly replied,
“Yes, it’s difficult, but this is the only thing I like doing. I find joy in it. I want to do it, go out and play.”
He emphasized that as long as the hunger for the game remains, he will continue to perform at a high level.
Harbhajan remarked on Dhoni’s ability not just to survive but to dominate bowlers, attributing this success to his extensive practice sessions.
Dhoni has been training diligently since February, participating in Chennai Super Kings’ pre-season camp.
Harbhajan revealed that Dhoni spends 2-3 hours batting in the nets daily, being the first to arrive and the last to leave the training ground.
This commitment sets him apart from others and plays a crucial role in his continued success in the IPL.
Dhoni’s IPL Journey
MS Dhoni has been a pivotal figure in IPL history, leading Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to five titles. His return for IPL 2025 was confirmed when CSK retained him ahead of the mega auction, quelling speculation about his future.
Despite undergoing knee surgery before the IPL 2024 season and managing injuries throughout 2023, Dhoni played all matches last season, scoring 161 runs with an impressive strike rate of 220.54.
As CSK gears up for their opening match against Mumbai Indians on March 23, 2025, fans are eager to see how Dhoni will perform this season.
His recent appearance wearing a T-shirt with “One Last Time” written in Morse code has sparked further speculation about whether this will be his final season as a professional cricketer.
