Faf du Plessis recalls playing under MS Dhoni for the Chennai Super Kings. Faf du Plessis was with CSK for 11 seasons, during which time they won three IPL titles.
Former South African captain Faf du Plessis recently reflected on the lessons he acquired while playing for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League. Du Plessis was a part of CSK for 11 seasons, from 2011 to 2021, and he played some notable innings for the team.
Recalling the successful phase in which he was a part of two IPL victories. Du Plessis stated that it was amazing to be a part of that dressing room as a young man. Under the leadership of captain MS Dhoni and head coach Stephen Fleming, as he learned a lot from the two.
“First and foremost, it was fantastic to be a part of that dressing room as a young player. The fact that I was fortunate enough to work under Stephen Fleming and MS Dhoni at the outset of my career perhaps the most significant learning curve. It was amazing to be able to learn from the big guns. “During my first season, I was just sitting there, asking questions and observing them,” Faf du Plessis told IndiaToday.
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Du Plessis lauded Dhoni’s calm temperament under pressure and state that he adds to the bowling attack’s effectiveness.
“MS is Captain Cool, as they refer to him. He is usually composed under pressure. So it’s always crucial to remain comfortable under pressure or when the stakes are higher. As it makes a big difference in the bowling assault in particular. “I was extremely fortunate to have played under him,” he added.
Faf du Plessis will lead Joburg Super Kings in SA20 2024
Notably, one of the most amazing innings of du Plessis’ IPL career for CSK occurred in Qualifier 1 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. When he struck 67 (42) to help his team chase down 140 from 62/6. Another noteworthy innings came in the IPL 2021 final against the Kolkata Knight Riders. Where he score 86* (59) and was named Player of the Match.
Meanwhile, du Plessis will lead the Johannesburg Super Kings in the SA20 2024 season. Which begins on January 10, 2024, against defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape.
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