Former India player Virender Sehwag refused to entertain a question about MS Dhoni’s decision to bat at the number nine slot in the PBKS vs CSK match in IPL 2024. Despite Chennai needing quick runs, Mahi didn’t come out to bat early, and the defending champions posted 167/9 in 20 overs.
He was dismissed on a golden duck by Harshal Patel, and Navjot Singh Sidhu, Irfan Pathan, and Harbhajan Singh blasted the legendary cricketer. However, Viru was not interested in Dhoni’s batting position.
“I have already spoken about his batting slot. There is no point in discussing it, as he will not change. We all know he should bat early in the innings, but I don’t understand why he is not promoting himself in the batting order.
“I haven’t spoken to him and there is no one who can confirm about the ongoing rumours on his knee injury. I don’t want to talk about it. Ruturaj Gaikwad is the only person who can reveal the real reason behind Dhoni’s refusal to promote himself,” Virender Sehwag said on Star Sports.
Chennai scored 167/9 in 20 overs and managed to restrict Punjab on a score of 139/9. Ravindra Jadeja was named the Player of the Match for his all-round contribution.