MS Dhoni's Helicopter Shot Wows Fans During CSK's IPL 2025 Practice Session

Chennai: MS Dhoni, at 43, continues to defy age and expectations with his incredible power-hitting skills. Ahead of IPL 2025, during a practice session with Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Dhoni showcased his signature 'helicopter shot' in style by hitting Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana for a huge six.

The incident took place at the MS Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, where Dhoni was facing a yorker-length delivery from Pathirana. In his usual fashion, the former CSK captain played the iconic helicopter shot, sending the ball flying over the bowler’s head and beyond the boundary line.

At an age when most cricketers have long retired, Dhoni continues to impress with his sharp reflexes and batting power. His incredible fitness and determination remain the backbone of CSK’s middle-order, and his performance in practice sessions has further fuelled excitement ahead of IPL 2025.

A Crucial Part of CSK's IPL 2025 Campaign
Dhoni was retained by CSK for ₹4 crore ahead of the upcoming IPL season, and despite the ongoing speculation surrounding his potential retirement, he remains an indispensable part of the team. The 43-year-old has not confirmed whether IPL 2025 will be his final season, but fans are eagerly waiting for any updates. Notably, Dhoni was recently spotted wearing a T-shirt with the message "One last time" written in Morse code, adding to the speculations that this could be his swansong.

In the past, Dhoni has openly stated that staying fit for the rigors of the IPL requires him to train for 6-8 months every year. Although he retired from international cricket in 2020, he continues to join CSK’s pre-season camps well ahead of the tournament to prepare himself physically and mentally for the challenges ahead.

IPL 2025: CSK vs MI - A Thrilling Opener
The IPL 2025 season is set to kick off with an exciting clash between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians on March 23, 2025, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Both teams are among the most successful in IPL history, and this encounter promises to be a thrilling start to the season.

CSK, now led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, will look to start their IPL 2025 campaign on a high note, while Mumbai Indians, under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, will aim to continue their dominance in the tournament. With players like Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Tilak Verma in their ranks, MI also boasts a well-balanced squad, with new additions like Mitchell Santner and Mujeeb Ur Rahman bringing fresh energy to the team.

As fans eagerly await the start of the season, all eyes will be on MS Dhoni, whose performances and leadership have been key to CSK's success over the years. Will this be his final IPL season? Only time will tell, but for now, Dhoni’s fans are eagerly awaiting his next big hit in IPL 2025.