Sun Feb 16 12:22:35 UTC 2025: ## Gaikwad Still Gets Goosebumps Around Dhoni; Shares Advice on Overcoming Slumps
**PUNE, INDIA** – Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad revealed that he still experiences nerves around his former captain, MS Dhoni. Speaking to children at the Poona Club cricket ground, Gaikwad described the initial awe he felt sharing a dressing room with the legendary cricketer. “For the first time, I was very nervous,” Gaikwad said. “But he made me feel comfortable and like I’m part of the team. Even now, whenever he’s around, I get goosebumps, but I have to refocus.”
Gaikwad cited Sachin Tendulkar as his childhood idol, before Dhoni took that place after Tendulkar’s retirement. He also described his ambition while playing for CSK: “I never dreamt about playing with MS Dhoni,” Gaikwad said. “My only aim is to play until MS Dhoni comes to bat.”
The young cricketer also offered advice on handling poor form, stating, “Bad form is just in your mind. Every day is a new start. Don’t believe in bad form, believe in yourself.” The comments come as Gaikwad continues to build his career in Indian cricket.
**(Note: The unrelated information about the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station has been omitted as it’s not relevant to the core topic of the article.)**
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