On March 24, 2025, during an IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, debutant spinner Vignesh Puthur made a significant impact by taking crucial wickets. Despite Mumbai Indians losing the match, Puthur’s performance caught the attention of former CSK skipper MS Dhoni. After the game, Dhoni congratulated Puthur, leaving a lasting impression on the young spinner.
Puthur’s first victims in the IPL were CSK skipper Gaikwad, Dube, and Hooda, which helped Mumbai stay competitive in the match. MI’s stand-in skipper Surykumar Yadav praised the team’s scouting process for identifying and signing Puthur at the auction. He acknowledged the young spinner’s potential and gave him a crucial over in the game.
Overall, Puthur’s performance and Dhoni’s gesture garnered widespread praise and attention in the cricketing world, showcasing the talent and sportsmanship on display during the IPL match.
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