Chennai Super Kings legend MS Dhoni has once again etched his name in the IPL history books. During the 2025 match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on Wednesday night, the veteran wicketkeeper-batter made history by becoming the first wicketkeeper to achieve 200 dismissals in the tournament’s storied history. At the age of 43, Dhoni reached this milestone by executing a stumping of Sunil Narine and taking a catch to dismiss Angkrish Raghuvanshi.
In terms of the record, Dhoni stands uncontested at the top, with former players Dinesh Karthik and Wriddhiman Saha trailing behind at 174 and 113 dismissals, respectively. Among active players, Rishabh Pant is the closest competitor, having completed 100 dismissals so far.
The match itself saw left-arm spinner Noor Ahmad dominate the spin-friendly pitch, delivering critical figures of 4 for 31. His efforts were instrumental in containing KKR to 179/6, especially during crucial middle overs, as the Chennai spin attack drew control of the game. KKR initially appeared to be in a strong position at 67/1 after the powerplay, but after Ahmad’s introduction, momentum shifted dramatically.
Ahmad’s first key breakthrough came in the form of Sunil Narine, who was brilliantly stumped by Dhoni after scoring 26 runs off 17 balls. Just moments later, he added Angkrish Raghuvanshi to his tally, leaving KKR reeling and unable to find the boundary for 24 consecutive deliveries. The onus for recovery fell on Andre Russell, who had delivered a match-winning performance in the previous match. Despite hitting two boundaries and a six off Ravindra Jadeja, Russell was eventually outfoxed by Ahmad with a cleverly disguised googly, departing after scoring 38 runs off 21 balls.
Noor Ahmad capped off his spell by dismissing Rinku Singh, further solidifying his impact in dismantling KKR’s resistance. Dhoni’s historic night not only underlined his significance in the IPL but also served as a reminder of his enduring legacy in the sport.
This significant achievement further cements Dhoni’s stature as a vital part of the Chennai Super Kings franchise and the IPL. As the tournament continues, cricket fans will be keenly watching to see what other milestones Dhoni and his team can achieve.
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Publish Date: 2025-05-08 07:00:00
