MS Dhoni's IPL Farewell: Handshake Snub Raises Questions

MS Dhoni's IPL Farewell: A Disappointing End to a Legendary Career?

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season has come to a close, and with it, the curtain may have fallen on the illustrious career of MS Dhoni in the tournament. The former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain's last match in the IPL was a heartbreaking loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Eliminator.

Dhoni, who has been battling fitness issues throughout the season, was expected to go out with a bang. He had hit a six on the first ball of the final over, but RCB's Yash Dayal struck on the second delivery to dismiss him and seal the victory for his team.

However, a video that has emerged on social media has raised questions about Dhoni's conduct after the match. The footage shows Dhoni skipping the handshake line with RCB players and returning to the dressing room.

This incident has sparked criticism from some quarters, with former England captain Michael Vaughan tweeting, "Dhoni should learn how to handle loss with grace from Kohli. Handshake is one of the great things about our game."

It is unclear if Dhoni later shook hands with RCB's playing XI, but his decision to leave the field without doing so has been met with disappointment by many fans.

In another video, Virat Kohli is seen following Dhoni into the dressing room, presumably to shake hands with him. This gesture suggests that there was no animosity between the two players, but it does not excuse Dhoni's behavior.

The Qualifier 2 and the final of this year's IPL are scheduled to be held at Chepauk, CSK's home ground. Fans had hoped to see Dhoni and his team lift the trophy in front of their home crowd, but the team's disappointing season has dashed those hopes.

Dhoni's legacy in the IPL is undeniable. He led CSK to four titles and is widely regarded as one of the greatest captains in the tournament's history. However, his exit from the IPL has been marred by controversy, leaving a sour taste in the mouths of many fans.

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