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    Dhoni inaugurates Velammal Cricket Stadium in Madurai; fans go berserk to get a glimpse of 'Thala'
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    Dhoni Inaugurates Velammal Cricket Stadium In Madurai; Fans Go Berserk To Get A Glimpse Of 'Thala'

    By IANS News October 09, 2025 • 22:10 PM View: 1233
    The Velammal Cricket Stadium: Former India captain M.S. Dhoni on Thursday inaugurated the Velammal Cricket Stadium near Chintamani in Madurai, drawing massive crowds as fans flocked for a glimpse of one of the country’s most beloved sporting icons.

    Dhoni, who arrived in Madurai by a private flight from Mumbai, was the chief guest to unveil Tamil Nadu’s second-largest cricket stadium. Built at an estimated cost of over Rs 300 crore, the world-class facility spans 12.5 acres and is set to become a key hub for cricket in the region.

    The three-time ICC title-winning captain was greeted by enthusiastic fans who had gathered at the airport since early morning. This marked his first public event in Madurai, making the occasion even more special for his admirers in Tamil Nadu.

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