In the cricket world, where rivalries often take center stage, some moments remind us of the deep camaraderie and respect among players. One such heartwarming moment comes from a throwback video featuring Captain Cool, MS Dhoni, where he shares his memorable first meeting with former India captain Sourav Ganguly.
The video, now viral on social media, captures a candid conversation where Dhoni expresses his admiration for Ganguly and provides insights into the character of the iconic captain. This glimpse into their camaraderie is a breath of fresh air in a world of competition.
Dhoni takes us back to his early days, recalling his debut on a Bangladesh tour. At that time, Sourav Ganguly was at the helm of the Indian cricket team. Dhoni’s voice carries an unmistakable excitement as he narrates the story of his first encounter with Ganguly.
“Definitely, during my debut, we were on a Bangladesh tour. Sourav Ganguly was the captain. I had no interaction with him before that, and I had never met him. I was very excited as I had heard many good things about him as a Captain and person,” Captain Cool reveals.
Captain Cool’s admiration for Ganguly shines through as he describes him as “amazing as a person.” But it’s not just about personality; Dhoni lauds Ganguly’s fearless approach to leadership. Ganguly was known for his courage in experimenting with strategies and his ability to shoulder responsibility, win or lose.
He continues, “Ganguly is amazing as a person. If we look at him as a Captain, he is fearless and does not fear experimenting. He takes the responsibility even if the team performs well or not. He will never blame someone when the team is not performing well. He is a real Captain and has always taken the responsibility on himself.”
“He leads from the front and is very expressive. He doesn’t keep anything inside him; he just freely and fearlessly speaks his heart out. I was excited to meet and learn much from him,” Dhoni added.
Old interview of MS Dhoni talking about Sourav Gangulypic.twitter.com/maSAxA6GfB
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Ganguly’s penchant for leading from the front was one of the qualities that left a lasting impression on Dhoni. He didn’t just speak with words; he led with actions. Ganguly’s expressive nature and openness resonated with Dhoni. The former Chennai Super Kings skipper describes Ganguly as someone who fearlessly speaks his mind, never bottling up his thoughts.
This admiration isn’t a one-way street. Sourav Ganguly has also expressed his fondness for MS Dhoni, calling him one of the greatest captains of Indian cricket. Their relationship is a testament to the mutual respect among cricketing legends.
