MS Dhoni Anger During IPL, Deepak Chahar Recalls “Main Bewakoof Hoon” Moment

Known for his legendary calmness on the field, MS Dhoni revealed a rare glimpse of fiery anger during the 2019 IPL, as recounted by Chennai Super Kings pacer Deepak Chahar on the reality show Bigg Boss 19.

The incident took place during a crucial match against Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings). Chahar, entrusted with bowling the 19th over in a high-pressure death situation, began disastrously, delivering two consecutive no-balls and conceding eight runs without a single legal delivery.

A visibly furious Dhoni immediately walked over to the young bowler on the field. Chahar, fearing his death-bowling career might be over, put his head down to listen as the captain expressed his frustration. In a memorable moment, Dhoni said, “Tu bewakoof nahi, main bewakoof hoon” (You are not stupid, I am stupid).

The anecdote offers a rare human insight into Dhoni’s intense leadership style. Despite the public reprimand, Chahar understood that Dhoni’s anger was aimed at correcting his mistake. Demonstrating resilience, the pacer bounced back, conceding only five runs and taking a wicket in the remaining deliveries, helping CSK secure a 22-run victory.

This incident highlights Dhoni’s ability to balance strict leadership with mentorship, ensuring his players learn from their errors while maintaining team morale.