Former Indian cricketer-turned-commentator Parthiv Patel opened up about his recent interaction with legend MS Dhoni, and it’s all about the former Indian skipper’s fitness.
Well, Dhoni's comeback to competitive cricket is set to be one of the major highlights of the upcoming IPL 2024, where he will be leading the defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
The legendary wicketkeeper-batter has already started his preparations for the upcoming season, and glimpses of him practicing have been making the rounds on social media.
However, there's not been any official confirmation regarding Dhoni’s fitness, as he faced a knee issue during IPL 2023 and underwent surgery after leading the CSK to the fifth IPL title, and now Patel shared some intriguing updates about the same.
Parthiv Patel was quoted as saying by Times Now: “We didn't talk about cricket at all. We were there to attend a Common friend's wedding. We didn't talk about cricket. And usually, we don't unless we are on the ground and stuff. These are not the times where we talk about cricket. We were just having fun.”
Speaking about fitness, the former cricketer noted: “It's very difficult for anyone to just say, there is a difference between looking fit and being fit. You might just get someone with six-pack. But he might have a niggle in his knee and he cannot play the game. So, whether he is game fit or not, only once he starts practising or if he has started or not for a longer time.”
Patel signed off by saying, “I have also seen as much as you have seen on social media is some pictures right before that. It's very difficult. And still, IPL still has a time. So, I am sure if he has made up his mind or if he has started or not playing then he will play only if it's fitting.”
(With Times Now Inputs)
