Thisar Perera’s Lavov Lion Lion captain thought of his journey of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and an unforgettable experience with the Indian legend of MS Dhoni during the Asian Legend League 2025 in Nathdwari. The former dough in Sri Lanka played under several captains throughout his career, but Mrs. Dhoni left a significant mark on him and his career.
Thisar Perera chose Dhoni as the best captain he has ever played. The Sri Lankan star played under Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2010 and Rising Full Supergiant (RPS) in 2016, during which he met Dhoni’s leadership and access to the game.
Thinara Perera greets Mrs. Dhoni as her best captain ever
Thihara Perera quoted Sportskeed, “Sometimes if I progressed to defense, Mrs. Dhoni would come and say,” Tp, what are you doing? You are a real strength striker. Doesn’t do that. Go for every ball. ‘These types of words really create the trust of young people. So at the time I was 20 years old. For the culture of the cricket, it is very young. I loved working with him. “
Recently, Perera recalled IPL matches with Rising full supergiant (RPS) when his team fought after losing more winches early. While Perera came in to hit, he found himself uncertain whether he would play aggressively or carefully approach.
But Dhoni, with his peaceful but authoritative presence, encouraged Perera to support his natural game and go to his gunshots. After his advice, Perera played a key blow, and with Dhoni’s own master class, they led the team to a competitive total number.
Thinar Perera recalls the advice of Mrs. Dhoni
The Sri Lankan star added, “I remember one incident. It was from Rising full supergiant match. We lost four or five early hycquets. When I came out, I was confused about whether I would aggressively hit or look for a single. So, I made my routine defense forward.
The lady came to me and said, “Tp, what are you doing?” I said we lost Wickkette. He said, “Go for every ball.” At the end of the day we were 60/5, and we ended with 190/7. I scored 40 and MS scored 80 or 90. “
Even today, whenever he goes to the field, Perera draws motivation with Dhoni from those moments. The words of the legendary CSK Captain continue to remind the former left pastry, which represented more than 40 franchises around the world, to believe his instincts as a blow.
Personally, my best captain in the world is MS Dhoni: Thinar Perera
Perera signed himself, saying, “Personally, my best captain in the world. I played for Chennai Super Kings and Rising Full Supergiant below him. He gave me a lot of confidence as a striker of strength. He always believed me.”
It is significant that Perera is currently led by Srilan lions in the current Asian league legend of 2025. He will now face the Indian kingdoms or Asian stars in qualifying 2 of the Asian Leged League 2025, March 17 in Ugaipur, where the finals will be held on March 18.
