Instagram or Twitter? MS Dhoni reveals his choice for connecting with fans
Dhoni said even though he preferred Instagram, he liked to stay less active on it
Former India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni has revealed that he prefers Instagram as his preferred mode of social media over X (formerly Twitter). Dhoni, who has a relatively low-key social media presence, is only available to the fans during the Indian Premier League (IPL) and at the odd promotional events.
Speakingon the Dubai Eye 103.8 YouTube channel, Dhoni said the reason for his preference was the less controversial nature of Instagram.
"I prefer Instagram over Twitter. Twitter, I believe that nothing good has happened over Twitter. You know, especially in India, there is always a controversy. Somebody will write something, and it turns into a controversy. I was like, you know, why do I need to be there?" said Dhoni.
"You know, it used to be 140 characters. You cannot elaborate. Imagine me putting something over there, and then it is left up to the people to read it, and they just interpret what they want to interpret," he added.
The CSK batter said even though he preferredInstagram, he liked to stay less active on the platform sincefewer distractions in life are better.
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"So, I'm like, no, no, that's not really for me. Instagram still, I like it because, you know, I could put up my picture or a video or something and just leave it. That is also changing no," said Dhoni.
"So I still prefer Instagram, but I am not very active because, I don't know, I feel, you know,lessdistractions are better, but in between, on and off, I will put something for the fans, you know, so that they know, okay, I am somewhere good, you know, in good hands. So I am doing what I like," he added.
Dhoni's CSK campaign
Dhoni had a great IPL 2024 campaign with CSK but the franchise failed to get over the line and qualify for the playoffs.
In the final league match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, CSK fell short by 10 runs as Dhoni got out in the final over after hitting a massive 110-metre six.
Since then, speculations have been rife about Dhoni's future.
While some reports claim that Dhoni will announce his retirement soon, a section of fans are hoping that Dhoni turns up for CSK yet again after the mega auctions next year.
(With inputs from agencies)