MS Dhoni “the real universe boss” powers CSK to top of IPL points table: Twitter reactions from cricket fraternity

Chasing 207, CSK were 74 for 4 in the ninth over when MS Dhoni stepped in.

MS Dhoni, IPL 2018, Twitter reactions, Chennai Super Kings — Matthew Hayden calls MS Dhoni, “the real universe boss” © AFP

MS Dhoni is one of the finest limited-overs cricketers who has stepped on the planet earth. He has immense reputation and he proved it again. Chasing 206 in Match 24 of the ongoing VIVO IPL 2018, Dhoni’s belligerence guided Chennai Super Kings (CSK) home with 2 balls to spare. Dhoni blasted 7 sixes in his 34-ball 70* against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

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CSK were 74 for 4 in the ninth over when Dhoni stepped in. He and Ambati Rayudu (82 off 53 balls) shared a 101-run stand for the fifth wicket off just 47 balls to set up the win.

CSK climbed to the top spot in IPL points table. Social media went berserk with the Dhoni show. While some spoke about the nostalgia, Matthew Hayden went to an extent of calling him the “real universe boss”. Here are some of the reactions from the cricket fraternity.

Boy oh boy, last nights match didn't disappoint one bit. I don't know how #Dhoni does it & remain so cool under pressure. #CSK surely have to be the favourites of this year's IPL?! #whislepodu #RCBvCSK pic.twitter.com/hhpqvx0iZL

— Lisa Sthalekar (@sthalekar93) April 26, 2018

It was a pleasure to commentate on that tonight! MSD is a genius and people who would ever write someone like him off may be feeling very silly over the last few weeks…

— Jonny Bairstow (@jbairstow21) April 25, 2018

It was a delight watching three amazing batting performances in a single match @ABdeVilliers17 for #rcb and #rayudu and the ever reliable @msdhoni. #RCBvCSK #VivoIPL18

— Prragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) April 25, 2018

Absolutely superb @msdhoni! This is why you’re known as the best finisher! And a smashing innings from @RayuduAmbati! CSK all the way! #RCBvsCSK #WhistlePodu

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) April 25, 2018

That was outrageous. @ChennaiIPL #IPL #whistlepodu #Dhoni

— Isa Guha (@isaguha) April 25, 2018

MSD Match Stick Dynamite! He’s the firestarter and he’s the fire! BOOM #CSK

— Gaurav Kapur (@gauravkapur) April 25, 2018

Unbelievable! Another match winning and sensational innings by @msdhoni along with @RayuduAmbati. A win to remember for long! Congratulations @ChennaiIPL. #ipl18 pic.twitter.com/H44Fv3HG3z

— R P Singh रुद्र प्रताप सिंह (@rpsingh) April 25, 2018

Mahi mahi ve… vintage dhoni no doubt abt that n Rayudu is playing like a dream. Rcb need some death bowlers n good all rounder who can support in batting lower down the order n get the team 3-4 overs consistently #ipl

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) April 25, 2018

Nothing can go wrong till @msdhoni is at the crease. Vintage stuff from captain cool!! An excellent innings from @RayuduAmbati to set things up for us. All in all a great win for @ChennaiIPL! Keep it boys! #RCBvCSK #IPL2018 pic.twitter.com/NBgyn1YI9J

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) April 25, 2018

Kamaal hi karte rehte hain MS Dhoni. Brilliant again.
Well done @ChennaiIPL. #RCBvCSK

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) April 25, 2018

Wow what a finish by CSK. Shows the value of experience at the death…

— Albie Morkel (@albiemorkel) April 25, 2018

On a slowish wicket in #Bengaluru 400+ runs scored. #CSKvsRCB #VIVOIPL2018. Powerful striking.

— Anjum Chopra (@chopraanjum) April 25, 2018

The legend grows. #MSDhoni

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) April 25, 2018

Incredible MS Dhoni! The master class continues with another outstanding chase @msdhoni. #CSKvRCB #VIVOIPL2018

— Anjum Chopra (@chopraanjum) April 25, 2018