In a beautiful display of respect and admiration in cricket, Rajasthan Royals youngster Vaibhav Suryavanshi touched the feet of the great MS Dhoni after their match against Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025. This incident took place immediately after the Royals achieved an important win against the Super Kings, although the most important takeaway from this night was Vaibhav's emotional gesture towards the legendary icon.

All the players lined up after the game to shake hands, and then Suryavanshi walked over to MS Dhoni in traditional Indian style with folded hands, and bent down to touch Dhoni's feet. Dhoni, being humble as always, instantly helped him up and hugged him. They exchanged a few words, smiled at each other, and strode off in opposite directions. Fans and other players all respected the act of kindness, and the videos of this went viral on social media.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has taken off with several good games this season, reflected later, that this was a moment he had always dreamed of. “Mahi bhai has been my idol since childhood,” he said in a post-match interview. “Getting the opportunity to play against him and then to seek his blessings was truly a surreal moment for me.” The gesture showed how MS Dhoni continues to remain a source of inspiration for generations of cricketers even as he approaches the end of his career.

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A Moment of Legacy and Inspiration

The game itself was a thrilling high-scoring contest. Chennai Super Kings made a huge score of 187/8 in their 20 overs, driven by explosive middle-order batting displays. Rajasthan Royals, however, came back with courage and chased the target in just 17.1 overs, reaching 188/4. The 6-wicket win was a declaration of RR's form and intent this season.

Cricket fans nationwide have also commended Suryavanshi for his act, terming it a lovely gesture of respect and appreciation. In the course of the IPL 2025 season, such an exchange reminds us that cricket is not merely runs and wickets — it's values, humility, and deep connections between generations of cricketers.