Mahendra Singh Dhoni once again proved why he is regarded as one of the finest wicketkeepers in cricket history with a stunning 0.12-second stumping of Suryakumar Yadav during an IPL 2025 match. Despite being 43 years old and nearing the end of his career, Dhoni’s lightning-fast reflexes on Sunday night left cricket enthusiasts and experts in awe. The iconic cricketer, who retired from international cricket five years ago, continues to play as a player for Chennai Super Kings after successfully leading the team to five IPL titles. While many believed Dhoni's prime years were behind him, his remarkable display of wicketkeeping skills silenced those doubts. The standout moment occurred during a crucial phase of the match when Noor Ahmad fired a delivery down the leg side. Dhoni, stationed behind the stumps, displayed impeccable reflexes as he swiftly moved across, collected the ball, and dislodged the bails in just 0.12 seconds — a feat that left everyone stunned. The dismissal proved pivotal as CSK broke a 51-run partnership and restricted Mumbai Indians to 155/9. CSK ultimately chased down the target with four wickets in hand and five balls to spare at their home ground, Chepauk.
 

Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden, who played alongside Dhoni at CSK until 2010, was full of praise for the former Indian captain’s brilliance. Speaking on ESPNcricinfo's T20 Time Out, Hayden lauded Dhoni's skills despite his age. "He (Dhoni) was on fire," Hayden said. "Noor Ahmad was firing down the leg side, and Dhoni just moved across so quickly. It's not easy when you're partially obscured by the batsman, but the stumping was just superb — such quick timing, great hands, and excellent vision. He's still got it." Noor Ahmad himself was equally impressed with Dhoni’s incredible agility behind the stumps. During the post-match presentation, he credited Dhoni’s presence as a vital support system during games. "The stumping from MSD (MS Dhoni) was out of the world," Noor Ahmad remarked. "It feels amazing to have someone like Mahi Bhai guiding from behind the stumps. It gives me great confidence." Piyush Chawla, a former India and CSK spinner, highlighted Dhoni's preparation and dedication to understanding new bowlers during practice sessions. Chawla explained that Dhoni often spends extra time behind the stumps during CSK’s pre-season camps to get accustomed to each bowler’s style, particularly new wrist spinners.
 

"It’s not easy keeping wickets against someone new," Chawla said. "But Dhoni makes sure to take new bowlers aside during camp and practice 10-12 deliveries to study their wrist positions and understand their variations. That preparation clearly paid off against Noor Ahmad." Dhoni’s remarkable stumping has once again reignited admiration for his unmatched skills, leaving fans and cricket experts marveling at his ability to defy age and perform at the highest level. His latest feat further cements his legacy as one of cricket’s greatest wicketkeepers and reinforces why Chennai Super Kings continue to rely on his leadership and game awareness. Even as Dhoni’s playing days may be numbered, moments like these remind the cricketing world why he remains a legend in the sport. With CSK chasing yet another IPL title, Dhoni’s presence behind the stumps continues to inspire teammates and delight fans worldwide.