Cricket fans across the country were left emotional and nostalgic on Thursday night after a rare video emerged of MS Dhoni personally driving Virat Kohli back to his team hotel following a private dinner at the former India captain’s Ranchi residence. The short clip, filmed from the roadside, showed Dhoni behind the wheel of his SUV with Kohli seated beside him — a moment that immediately dominated social media.
Kohli, who returned to India ahead of the ODI series against South Africa, made it a priority to meet Dhoni soon after landing in Ranchi. Rishabh Pant also joined the dinner, but it was Kohli’s visit that drew massive attention, given the long-standing bond shared by the two legends.
A Nostalgic Moment for Indian Cricket Fans
What truly captured the hearts of fans was Dhoni choosing to drop Kohli back himself. For many, the scene symbolised the deep mutual respect and friendship between the two stalwarts — reminiscent of their years together in the dressing room, on the field, and during India’s most successful cricketing era.
Social media was flooded with comments such as:
- “Reunion of the year.”
- “If Rohit Sharma was also there, the internet would have exploded.”
- “Captain Cool dropping King Kohli like an older brother — too wholesome.”
Some fans also celebrated the simplicity of the moment, describing it as “pure love, respect, and understanding — no hype needed.”
India’s ODI Preparations Begin
As emotions settle from the viral moment, India now turns attention to the three-match ODI series against South Africa. With KL Rahul leading the side in the absence of injured Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, Kohli is set to resume his iconic No. 3 role in the lineup.
Kohli’s record continues to be staggering, with 14,255 ODI runs and 51 centuries, while Pant’s return adds strength to the middle order. With Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and a refreshed batting unit also in the mix, India hopes to begin the series strongly in Ranchi — the city where this emotional reunion took place.
