365telugu.com online news,23,August,2025:In a standout moment from the 2016 T20I series between India and Australia, MS Dhoni once again showcased why he is hailed as one of cricket’s greatest wicketkeepers. During James Faulkner’s attempted cut shot, the ball ricocheted off Dhoni’s pad and crashed onto the stumps — not with his gloves, but through razor-sharp reflexes and awareness — leaving Faulkner stranded outside his crease.
The incident, which unfolded during the second T20I at Melbourne on January 29, 2016, left players and spectators in disbelief. Dhoni, however, celebrated instantly, confident that he had pulled off something extraordinary.
Years later, Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey reflected on the dismissal, calling Dhoni “a genius” and remarking, “This was probably intentional because it’s MS Dhoni.” His observation highlighted how Dhoni’s instinct and cricketing flair often turned even the most unusual plays into masterstrokes.
To this day, fans and analysts debate whether the stumping was a stroke of luck or pure brilliance. Regardless of the answer, the moment remains etched in cricketing folklore, further cementing Dhoni’s legacy as a master behind the stumps.