In the world of cricket, Few names command the kind of respect and admiration that  Mahendra Singh Dhoni. From his unflappable personality to his transformative leadership, Dhoni's impact on the game is permanent. Though fans and analysts have speculated over when he will retire from the IPL, there are those who just want to see him play on. One of them is Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson.

"Thoda Aur" – A Sentiment of Millions:
Speaking to the media, Sanju Samson explained, "Whenever people say Dhoni should retire from IPL, I only think 'Thoda Aur' for Dhoni. And this "Thoda Aur" (a little more) has become a catchphrase for what millions of cricket fans feel about the former Indian captain

Not just admiration for an individual, but also echoing the sentiment of an entire generation having grown up watching Dhoni the masterstrokes he played. Whether it’s his helicopter shots, strategic captaincy, or ability to absorb pressure, Dhoni’s aura in the IPL is nothing but magical.

SANJU 🤝 DHONI...!!!!!

- Sanju said "Whenever people say that Dhoni should retire from the IPL, I always feel 'Thoda Aur' for Dhoni". [PTI]

A Fanboy moment by Samson 🤍 pic.twitter.com/nI8GKa7tV7

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 19, 2025

Beyond the Numbers – The Dhoni Impact:

MS Dhoni continues to be the cornerstone for CSK even at 42. He might not be batting as often as before, but just having him in the dressing room and on the field makes his teammates feel a lot more confident. His game awareness, calm decision making, and unparalleled experience make him an irreplaceable asset.

Samson, who has battled Dhoni both as an opponent and as a wicketkeeper-batsman himself, knows well the amount of fire Dhoni carries. * “You don’t measure Dhoni’s influence in stats. trainer, so he has that belief that is in short supply in the game, he added

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A Legacy That Refuses to Fade:

Dhoni is one of the most talked about players when it comes to retirement yet he has not bowed down to anyone yet. With each six he smashes and each spine-stinging stumping he executes, he reminds the world why he is considered one of the best the game has ever seen.

Sanju Samson’s “Thoda Aur” sentiment isn’t just about extending Dhoni’s career, it’s about paying tribute to his greatness, a recognition of the irreplaceable aura of the legend. And as long as Dhoni continues to step onto the field, million of fans, including his fellow cricketers, will come continues to hope for "Thoda Aur Dhoni" in the IPL.