MS Dhoni Reflects on Unplanned Farewell Gesture for Sourav Ganguly, Hints at Possible Return for IPL 2025
Reflecting on this gesture during a recent event, Dhoni said, “Ganguly was one of the greatest captains India has ever produced, so what better farewell could he have?” Dhoni believed the match outcome wouldn’t be affected, so he felt giving Ganguly a chance to say goodbye as captain was fitting.
India’s legendary former captain, MS Dhoni, recently recalled a special moment from his career — handing over the captaincy to Sourav Ganguly in Ganguly’s farewell Test against Australia in 2008. This thoughtful tribute allowed Ganguly, who had announced that match as his last, to lead the team in the final session of the game. Dhoni, who made his international debut under Ganguly’s captaincy, wanted to honor the legacy of the captain who had paved the way for him.
Reflecting on this gesture during a recent event, Dhoni said, “Ganguly was one of the greatest captains India has ever produced, so what better farewell could he have?” Dhoni believed the match outcome wouldn’t be affected, so he felt giving Ganguly a chance to say goodbye as captain was fitting. “If he can say ‘goodbye’ leading for a while, then why not?” Dhoni added, explaining that he had acted spontaneously in handing over the captaincy and wasn’t sure if Ganguly enjoyed the moment.
This event also brought a surprising hint from Dhoni regarding his potential return to the IPL for the 2025 season. He shared that he intends to “enjoy whatever last few years of cricket” he has left, leaving fans hopeful for another appearance in the upcoming IPL seasons.
