Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni recently visited the famous Dewri Mandir near Ranchi with his family. Known for his deep faith, Dhoni offered prayers and took part in rituals at the temple, which is located about 60 kilometers from Ranchi in a village called Diuri (Tamar).
The Dewri Mandir is dedicated to Goddess Durga and is known for its unique 16-armed idol. The temple is believed to be over 700 years old and is special because both tribal priests and Brahmins perform rituals together. Dhoni has visited this temple many times in the past, often before major cricket tournaments, and considers it his lucky place.
During this visit, Dhoni stayed humble as always. He prayed with his family, took part in aarti, and greeted fans patiently despite the crowd and tight security. His connection with the temple has made it more popular over the years, attracting many visitors and boosting local tourism.
This visit once again showed Dhoni’s simple and spiritual side, as he stayed true to his roots while continuing to inspire fans both on and off the field.
'I Want To Make You A Bollywood Hero': Shikhar Dhawan Recalls His Hilarious First Interaction With MS Dhoni
Former Indian batter Shikhar Dhawan recently shared a funny and heartwarming story about his first meeting with MS Dhoni back in 2010. In his new book, 'The One: Cricket, My Life and More', Dhawan reveals that when he first met Dhoni after getting selected for Team India, he was a bit nervous but excited too. Trying to make a fun first impression, Dhawan told Dhoni, "I want to play for India, and I want to make you a Bollywood hero!"
Dhoni, known for his cool nature and sense of humor, laughed out loud at Dhawan’s comment. That one moment helped Dhawan relax, and it also showed the friendly and easygoing nature of the Indian team at that time.
Dhawan also mentioned that during those days, players were not under as much pressure from social media. It was easier to be yourself, joke around, and build close friendships in the team.
Though Dhawan didn’t perform well in his debut match, this funny memory with Dhoni stayed close to his heart. It showed how welcoming and supportive Dhoni was as a captain.
This story reminds fans that behind the serious matches and big crowds, the Indian team also shares fun, friendship, and laughter, making cricket even more special.
