New Delhi: Former Indian cricketer and commentator Navjot Singh Sidhu was taken by surprise during the IPL 2025 match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) when he spotted a fan in the stands who bore a striking resemblance to CSK captain MS Dhoni. The incident took place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday and was captured live on Star Sports’ broadcast.

Reacting animatedly on air, Sidhu exclaimed, “Bhaiya Dhoni ka judwa bhai. Mele mein gum ho gaya tha… Kamaal hai yaar. Itni shakal milti hui toh dekhi nahin hai maine. Behrupiya hai guru, behrupiya. FIR likhaao,” sending the commentary box into peals of laughter.

The clip was widely shared on social media, with fans also marveling at the uncanny resemblance.

Despite having retired from international cricket five years ago, the 43-year-old Dhoni continues to be a major crowd-puller. Known for his calm demeanour and sharp captaincy, Dhoni remains a central figure in the IPL, having led CSK to five titles, a record he shares with Mumbai Indians’ Rohit Sharma.

In the match itself, however, CSK suffered another defeat in what was an inconsequential game in terms of playoff qualifications. Rajasthan Royals chased down the 188-run target with six wickets in hand and 17 balls to spare. Vaibhav Suryavanshi starred with a half-century, while Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, and Dhruv Jurel made vital contributions.

Though the match held no bearing on the points table, it ended on a lighter note thanks to the unexpected "Dhoni double" moment, giving fans and commentators alike something to smile about.

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Mumbai (PTI): The Mumbai police have registered a case against a man for allegedly duping seven persons of Rs 91 lakhs on the promise of awarding them works of different government departments, an official said on Tuesday.

The accused was identified as Satish Kadam, a resident of Nanded in Marathwada region, an official said.

A complaint was filed by Hanumant Vadje, who alleged that the accused cheated him and six others of around Rs 91 lakh by promising to give them various works of Urban Development and Social Justice Department, he said.

The fraud occurred between 2024 and 2026, with Kadam collecting money in cash and into his accounts, police said, adding he had returned some amount to them partially.

Multiple cheques issued by the accused bounced, prompting the victim to lodge a complaint at the Marine Drive police station. Based on the complaint, a case of cheating and criminal breach of trust was registered against him.

The case is under further investigation, the official said.