Published 23:08 IST, January 21st 2020

REVEALED: Aakash Chopra unveils secret behind MS Dhoni's long hair with 2004 throwback

Former Indian cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra revealed the secret behind the famous and viral look of former skipper MS Dhoni during the 2000s

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Former Indian cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra revealed secret behind famous and viral look of former skipper MS Dhoni during 2000s - with stylish long hair. MS Dhoni's entry to international cricket was marked with this impressive hard-hitting youngster who could t only whack ball out of ground off any delivery but also grabbed eyeballs of fans with his impressive hairstyle. With praise coming even from n Pakistan Prime Minister General Musharraf - who had complimented Dhoni's hairstyle and had asked him to never cut his hair short, Captain Cool's trademark hairstyle became viral, with many youngsters copying Mahi look. 

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Aakash Chopra unveils secret behind Dhoni's long hair 

Aakash Chopra revealed secret behind Dhoni's look with a throwback from 2004 and took to social media to share story. Recalling an India A tour against Zimbabwe and Kenya when Aakash Chopra shared  same room with MS Dhoni, commentator explained about how humble and down to earth Dhoni was when he first entered Indian cricket team. Aakash Chopra n goes on to reveal that he had asked Dhoni why he continued with long-hair and told him to cut it short. In reply, Captain Cool had told him that he wasn't going to cut his hair short and that youngsters can too take inspiration from him and grow ir hair. In addition to this, Dhoni also informs Aakash Chopra about compliment he received from Pervez Musharraf. Aakash Chopra hailed Dhoni as a very simple and straight cricketer which was highlight of Captain Cool's personality. 

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A day after being denied central contract by BCCI, Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni practised in nets for close to two hours in Jharkhand cricket association stadium in his hometown Ranchi. Dhoni, who is on a sabbatical from cricket ever since World Cup semi-final loss to New Zealand, was seen in nets after a long time. Sources say that he practised extensively in nets, hitting shots all around park and looked extremely fit. Whenever Dhoni is in Ranchi he is a regular at stadium gym. Apart from this, he also plays Tennis. Republic TV has accessed video clips of Dhoni practising in nets and also sharing his cricketing kwledge and skills to young Ranji Trophy players of Jharkhand.

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23:08 IST, January 21st 2020