'MS Dhoni cried that night' - Harbhajan Singh opens up on CSK's IPL renaissance in 2018

Harbhajan Singh, former CSK cricketer, described the moment when MS Dhoni went all emotional back in 2018.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who is known as 'Captain Cool', has always been acknowledged for his calmness on the field, no matter how grave the situation turned out to be. Veteran Indian cricketer and former CSK player Harbhajan Singh talked about the moment when MS Dhoni cried while surrounded by his CSK teammates.

In a video released by Star Sports, Harbhajan revealed what happened in 2018, when CSK made their return to the IPL after being banned for two seasons for suspected involvement in the IPL betting scandal. Former CSK spinner Imran Tahir joined Harbhajan and supported what he was saying, adding that it was at that moment that he understood Dhoni's love for CSK.

"There is a story which I want to share. Back in 2018, when CSK made a comeback to this league after a two-year ban, there was a team dinner. I have heard the saying that 'Men don't cry', but MS Dhoni cried on that night. He became emotional. I think no one knows about this. Right, Imran (Tahir)?" said Harbhajan Singh. 

"Yes, of course, even I was there. It was a very emotional moment for him (MS Dhoni). Looking at him like that, I came to know how close this team is to his heart. He considers the team as his family. It was very emotional for all of us." replied Imran Tahir. 

Former CSK cricketer further affirmed that it was a memorable victory for him and the team, although being criticised as 'too old' by many experts.

"We came back after two years and won the trophy. And when people give your team the tag of 'buddhe' (old men), and even I was in the squad that season, but we won the title. I am very proud of that victory”. he concluded.