It is hard to fully comprehend just how popular Mahendra Singh Dhoni really is. The attention he garners is certainly rare. No matter whic...
It is hard to fully comprehend just how popular Mahendra Singh Dhoni really is. The attention he garners is certainly rare. No matter which corner of the world the Indian cricket team plays in, no matter which city Chennai Super Kings plays in, no matter the other players involved in the match – the loudest cheer is always reserved for Dhoni.
Among active athletes, there are very few in the world who command such respect or adoration. Serena Williams, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James are some names that come to mind when one thinks of such popularity.
It isn’t only about what they have achieved as professionals that has helped these athletes find a special place in fans’ hearts. There’s a lot more to it. A big reason why they have reached such heights is their personality, the way they carry themselves on and off the field/court.
The past few months have provided a remarkable reminder of the impact Dhoni has had on everyone around him. He hasn’t played professionally since last July and all sports have come to a standstill for a while now due to the coronavirus pandemic, yet, Dhoni has managed to consistently be one of the hot topics in India.
Current players, former teammates, rivals, experts,...
