‘He kicked the bottle…’: Subramaniam Badrinath reveals the untold story of MS Dhoni losing his cool

MS Dhoni He has long been regarded as ‘Captain Cool,’ a title he earned due to his uncanny ability to remain calm under pressure. Whether navigating difficult situations on the field or leading his team to victory in critical matches, Dhoni’s calmness and tactical intelligence have cemented his place as one of cricket’s greatest leaders.

His composure, combined with his exceptional brilliance, led him to become the only captain in history to win all three major ICC white-ball trophies: the T20 World Cup in 2007, the Cricket World Cup in 2011, and the Champions Trophy in 2013. In addition, his leadership and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) he saw them high five Indian Premier League (IPL) titles, equaling the most titles won by any franchise.

Subramaniam Badrinath opens a rare instance of MS Dhoni losing his cool

While Dhoni’s composure is legendary, he also has moments of frustration. Subramaniam Badrinatha former teammate of Dhoni’s India and CSK team, recently shared a rare and unheard story of the iconic captain’s brief loss. Badrinath recalled the incident when they were playing against IPL Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Chennai, where CSK were chasing 110 but lost wickets in quick succession, eventually losing the match.

“I went out and shot Anil Kumble and was dismissed LBW. When I went back to the dressing room, Dhoni came in, it was obvious that he was upset. He kicked a small water bottle in the park. None of us could look him in the eye,” Badrinath revealed in an interview with InsideSport. Despite this unusual outburst, Dhoni did not let his emotions show on the field, maintaining his composure in front of the opposition.

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Uncertainty surrounds Dhoni’s future in the IPL as the auction approaches

As the big IPL 2025 auction approaches, speculation about Dhoni’s future in the tournament continues to grow. Although he was part of the team under the leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad in 2024, Dhoni has remained silent on whether he will return to the field for another season. Fans and commentators alike are left wondering if the cricketing world has seen the last of ‘Captain Cool’ as a player.

Fans are hoping for another season

Dhoni’s fan group still hopes that the famous captain will wear the yellow jersey again. His impact on CSK and the IPL is undeniable, and many are eagerly awaiting confirmation of his return. Although Dhoni has talked about retirement in the past, his immense popularity and long presence in cricket continues to fuel the hopes of fans that he will be on the field for another season.

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