Sanjiv Goenka, owner of Lucknow Super Giants, praised MS Dhoni's exceptional leadership and mentorship in a recent podcast. Goenka highlighted Dhoni's ability to reinvent himself and nurture young talent like Matheesha Pathirana. He also recounted Dhoni's patient interaction with his young grandson and admired Dhoni's handling of past controversies. At CSK, Dhoni's guidance has created a culture of consistency, loyalty, and excellence, making the franchise one of the most respected in the IPL.
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