Is MS Dhoni Secretly the Best Finisher, Even at 43?

You’d think at 43, most cricketers would be doing commentary, sipping chai, and giving long interviews about their “glory days.” Not MS Dhoni. Nope. The man’s still rocking that yellow jersey, walking out when all hope seems lost, and doing what he’s always done—finishing games like a boss.

It’s 2025, but for CSK fans, every time Dhoni steps onto the field, it’s still 2011. And here’s the crazy part—he’s not just playing. He’s still pulling off miracles.

When the Ice Man Strikes

In a recent CSK game, with 40 needed off 15 balls, Dhoni walks in, looks as chilled as a guy buying vegetables, and then casually smacks a couple of sixes like he’s swatting mosquitoes. No panic. No overthinking. Just MS being MS.

And this isn’t a one-off. He’s been doing this every season, even with limited batting time. His 2025 strike rate is hovering above 170 in the death overs. Let that sink in—170! At 43!

Add to that his lightning-fast glove work behind the stumps, and you start wondering if he’s actually aging or just secretly running on some ancient Himalayan monk’s energy.

Fan Reactions = Pure Love

Social media’s flooded with reactions every time Thala walks in:

• “Why do we even doubt Dhoni? He’s the clutch gene personified.”
  
• “MS at 43 is still better than half the finishers in the league. Change my mind.”
  

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Even ex-players are baffled. Dale Steyn on air recently said, “I’ve bowled to him, and trust me—nothing’s changed. Still scary.”

So… Best Finisher Even Now?

Sure, he’s not out there every match. And no, he’s not chasing Orange Caps. But when you need someone to deliver under pressure—when the entire stadium is biting their nails—there’s no one better to have at the crease than MS Dhoni.

So yeah, at 43, maybe he’s not the official best finisher by stats—but secretly? Quietly? Casually? He just might still be the best there is.

Do you think Dhoni’s finishing skills have outlasted time itself? Or is it just nostalgia doing the heavy lifting? Sound off below!