MS Dhoni: MS Dhoni’s relationship with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has always been special, and his association with some players of the team is the same. It is said that there are three players who are very close to their heart and they would never want to see them out of the team.

For Dhoni, these are not just cricketers, but the real power of CSK. Let us know who are 3 cricketers who are close to the heart of MS Dhoni….

Ravindra Jadeja has been one of the biggest pillars in the team since joining Chennai Super Kings in a record of $ 2 million in 2012. Jadeja, who has been a three -time IPL champion (2018, 2021, 2023) with CSK, has performed a match winning with bat and ball.

His all -round talent has made him a favorite of MS Dhoni. Jadeja has recorded his act of scoring 36 runs in a single over in 2021 in IPL history. Jadeja was also the captain for some time in 2022 before Dhoni became captain.

2. Shivam Dubey – Power Hitter

Since being selected at the 2022 mega auction, Shivam Dubey has completely changed his IPL career under the guidance of MS Dhoni. Dubey, known for his explosive left -handed batting, has established himself the middle order of CSK.

His ability to easily cross the boundary made him one of the best performing players in the 2023 and 2024 seasons, where he scored 418 and 396 runs respectively at a great strike rate. Dubey has become an important finisher for CSK.

3. Mathisa Pathirana – Death Over Specialist

Mathisa Pathirana of Sri Lanka, who is often compared to Lasith Malinga for her fast bowling action, had an immediate effect by dismissing Shubman Gill on her first ball as soon as she made her debut in 2022.

He emerged as an expert bowler of Chennai Super Kings Death Over and became a favorite of Dhoni by playing an important role in the 2023 title win with 19 wickets in 12 matches. Despite injury in 2024, he proved his utility with 13 wickets in 6 matches.