WATCH: Young fan touches MS Dhoni’s feet during Madurai stadium inauguration

Former India captain MS Dhoni continues to win hearts wherever he goes. The CSK icon recently opened a new international cricket stadium in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. His arrival had the crowds on their feet, with fans traveling in large numbers to catch a glimpse of their beloved “Thala.” Dhoni flew into the venue on a private flight from Mumbai with tight security. The whole stadium was filled with cheers and chants of “Dhoni! Dhoni! ” as soon as he arrived.

During the event, one special moment caught everyone’s attention. A young fan came running toward Dhoni to touch his feet as a sign of respect. The touching moment promptly went viral on social media. Fans all over the nation commended the boy for having classic respect and love towards Dhoni. The former Indian captain laughed, shook hands with the young fan, and kept walking in showing his humility and kindness naturally.

This incident once again showed Dhoni’s special bond with his fans. Even in retirement from international cricket, he maintains an unparalleled amount of popularity and sincerity. Dhoni has been with CSK since its inception and handed over the captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad in 2024. Even after undergoing knee surgery, he is still immensely devoted to the team. The simplicity, calmness, and loyalty of the man are why fans love him so much.

A New Cricket Home in Madurai

The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA), along with the Velammal Education Trust, has built the new Velammal Cricket Stadium in Madurai. The stadium currently has a seating capacity of 7,300, which will later increase to 20,000. It is built on 11.5 acres of land near Velammal Hospital on Chinthamani Ring Road.

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The new stadium includes practice pitches, a gym, a players’ lounge, medical facilities, and parking areas. It is also expected to have matches from the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL), Ranji Trophy, and potentially IPL matches which allow fans in Madurai to witness watching live cricketing superstars.