Lungi Ngidi Credits MS Dhoni for Career Guidance in IPL
"Wasn't Emotional": How MS Dhoni Shaped Career Of South Africa's Star Pacer
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South African cricketer Lungi Ngidi, currently with the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League, credits MS Dhoni for his early career development. Ngidi, who debuted under Dhoni at Chennai Super Kings, emphasizes the importance of emotional detachment in cricket, attributing his calm demeanor to Dhoni's leadership style.
- 01Lungi Ngidi highlights MS Dhoni's influence on his early cricket career.
- 02Ngidi debuted in IPL with Chennai Super Kings under Dhoni's captaincy.
- 03He emphasizes the importance of emotional detachment in cricket.
- 04Ngidi had a successful first season, taking 11 wickets in seven matches.
- 05Dhoni remains involved with Chennai Super Kings as a player and mentor.
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Lungi Ngidi, a prominent fast bowler from South Africa, has acknowledged the significant impact of MS Dhoni on his cricketing journey. Currently playing for the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Ngidi began his IPL career with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) from 2018 to 2021, where he debuted under the guidance of Dhoni. In his first season, Ngidi showcased his talent by taking 11 wickets in just seven matches. He missed the following season due to injury but returned to take nine wickets in four matches in 2020 and five wickets in three matches in 2021. Ngidi, who turned 30 in March 2023, shared insights into his approach to the game, stating that he prefers to keep emotions at bay, viewing cricket as a business rather than an emotional endeavor. He credited Dhoni's calm leadership style for helping him maintain composure during high-pressure situations. Dhoni, a legendary figure in cricket, has led India to multiple World Cup victories and is known for his successful tenure with CSK, guiding them to five IPL titles. Despite stepping back from captaincy, Dhoni continues to play a crucial role in CSK's setup.
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