'To become a finisher like him': Mukul Choudhary reveals his cricketing idol
Debutante Mukul Choudhary delivered a match-winning performance, smashing an unbeaten 54 off 27 balls to secure a last-ball victory for Lucknow Super Giants against Kolkata Knight Riders. Inspired by MS Dhoni's finishing prowess, Choudhary's fearless batting showcased his ambition to emulate his idol.
Lucknow Super Giants unearthed a new hero in debutant Mukul Choudhary, who single-handedly scripted a stunning last-ball win over Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026. Earlier, Choudhary had revealed that Indian great MS Dhoni remains his biggest inspiration. Chasing a challenging target of 182, LSG looked out of contention at one stage.
However, Choudhary’s fearless approach and composure under pressure turned the game around. The young batter smashed an unbeaten 54 off just 27 balls, sealing the win in dramatic fashion and announcing his arrival on the big stage. Earlier, in an interaction with JioHotstar, Choudhary had revealed his admiration for MS Dhoni, calling the former India captain his biggest inspiration.
"Main hamesha MS Dhoni sir ko hi dekhta hoon, kyunki main khud bhi wicketkeeper tha. Unka helicopter shot mujhe bahut pasand hai, especially 2011 World Cup mein jo unhone khela. Wahi sab yaad rehta hai.
Woh mere role model rahe hain. Main bhi unki tarah finisher banna chahta hoon, game khatam karna chahta hoon. " (Translation: “I have always looked up to MS Dhoni sir because I was also a wicketkeeper.