Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni served with a hot cup of chai when he casually visited Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) dressing room during their practice sessions ahead of the IPL 2024 clash in Bengaluru.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings will lock horns with each other for the second time in the ongoing IPL season at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday, May 18. The upcoming clash is crucial for both teams as they have to fight for a win in order to secure their berth for the playoffs.
Ahead of the crucial match, Ex-CSK skipper decided to visit RCB's dressing room and he was welcomed with a cup of chai. One of the staff members of the RCB served the tea for MS Dhoni The video of the same was shared by Royal Challengers Bengaluru on its Instagram handle with a caption, "Welcome To Bengaluru, Mahi."
MS Dhoni is likely playing his last IPL season as he will likely to pull the curtains on his illustrious cricketing career after the IPL 2024. Ahead of the IPL 2024, Dhoni decided to pass on the captaincy baton to Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Though Dhoni is no longer the CSK captain, he has been receiving rousing from the crowds whenever he strode out to bat. It was reported that legendary wicketkeeper-batter is playing with back pain and muscle tear due to lack back up options in the squad.
Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings are currently at the third spot with seven wins in their 13 matches and accumulated 14 points.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru, on the other hand, are currently on the sixth spot with six wins in their 13 matches and accumulated 12 points. Faf du Plessis-led side witnessed a big turn around as they won five matches on the trot after breaking shackles of six-match losing streak.
The upcoming clash between RCB and CSK is expected to be thrilling as both teams vie for the fourth place finish and qualify for the knockstage of the tournament.