How MS Dhoni’s advice helped Noor Ahmad deliver a Player of the Match performance against KKR
Indian Express·3h ago·Positivity
What Happened
Afghanistan spinner Noor Ahmad took 3/21 in four overs as Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 32 runs in IPL 2026. Ahmad won Player of the Match after struggling since January with just one wicket. MS Dhoni advised him to reduce googly usage and focus on leg breaks during a practice session. CSK bowling coach Sridharan Sriram credited Dhoni's guidance and the pitch conditions for Ahmad's successful comeback performance.
Key Entities
Noor AhmadMS DhoniChennai Super KingsKolkata Knight RidersIPL 2026Sridharan SriramStephen Fleming