IPL 2018: Here's what Harbhajan Singh said on reunion with MS Dhoni at CSK
After spending 10 years with three-time winners Mumbai Indians (MI), the 37-year-old Punjab cricketer was acquired by CSK for Rs 2 crore.
Mumbai: Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh is already looking forward to the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League with MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
After spending 10 years with three-time winners Mumbai Indians (MI), the 37-year-old Punjab cricketer was acquired by CSK for his base price of Rs 2 crore in the IPL player auction in Bengaluru last month.
Harbhajan, who last played for India in an Asia Cup T20 match against United Arab Emirates in 2016, said that he was thrilled to reunite with former India skipper MS Dhoni.
“It’s always a great feeling to play along with MS Dhoni. I’m looking forward to working with him again towards a common goal – this time to win the trophy for the Chennai Super Kings,” he said to CSK’s official website.
“He (Dhoni) understands the game really well, is street-smart and thinks ahead of the game and I feel that’s very important for a captain, especially in T20. That’s what makes him a great skipper,” he added.
He also expressed his happiness about joining another strong team in the IPL.
“It’s great to be a part of two strong teams. 10 years with Mumbai Indians was absolutely brilliant, and now to be a part of another brilliant team. Here I come, Chennai! Let’s do it together for Yellow.
“Look forward to exciting times with CSK,” he continued.
Chennai Super Kings face defending champions Mumbai Indians in the opening game of IPL 2018 at Wankhede Stadium here on April 7, and Harbhajan was qick to note that any game between the two sides is a fiercely-contested match.
CSK versus Mumbai Indians – two top teams – was always a pressure game. No matter how bad the situation, both would continue to fight till the end and create chances. That’s how champion teams play, with a lot of passion and pride,” he added.
CSK, along with Rajasthan Royals (RR) are returning to the cash-rich league after a two-year ban from the tournament due to the spot-fixing scandal.
The final of the eight-team tournament will be played here on May 27.