Cricketers reimagined as Panchayat series characters: Who would get which role?

With Panchayat Season 4 all set to premiere on June 24 on Amazon Prime Video, fans of the show are already gearing up to witness the busy and chaotic life of Phulera, where village politics, personal dilemmas, and emotional moments take place with a bit of humour.

The Viral Fever’s (TVF) creation, Panchayat, has never been about high drama or plot twists; it focuses on simplicity, emotions, and everyday conflicts. Set in Mahodiya village, the show gives us characters like Pradhan Ji, Sachiv Ji, and Bhushan who feel like people we’ve known all our lives.

Let's look at the cricketers reimagined as Panchayat series characters:

1. MS Dhoni – Pradhan Ji (Brijbhushan Dubey):

One cricketer who perfectly matches Pradhan Ji's character from Panchayat is legendary skipper MS Dhoni. Much like the wise and soft-spoken village head, Dhoni has led the team with calmness, clarity, and composure. While Pradhan Ji may not hold the official title, he’s the in effect leader of Phulera, just like Dhoni, who, even after stepping down from captaincy, continues to be viewed as the leader of the pack.

Like Pradhan Ji, Dhoni isn't loud or flashy. He believes in leading with calmness and backs the abilities of his team. He is often seen giving out advice and making cricketers realise how they can learn through making mistakes. He is a player who is known for humility and his down-to-earth nature, qualities that make him the Pradhan Ji of Indian cricket.