The Indian Premier League (IPL) is all set to start on April 9 and the primary match is occurring within the southern a part of the nation – Chennai. However, the Yellow Army followers will not have the ability to witness the spectacular as a consequence of two causes – one being the COVID-19 restrictions and the second, no crew is enjoying at their very own house venue.
So when Saravanan Hari was requested how was he going to cheer for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), he stated this 12 months’s mantra was to remain at house and cheer for CSK. He additionally needed fellow CSK followers to remain at house and benefit from the sport.
However, seeing CSK’s 2020 version efficiency, it may very well be stated that their’s ‘Dad’s Army’ technique was not fairly working of their favour. In the latest IPL Auction, they did get in a number of names to assist fill the hole of gamers who retired from the sport or whose contracts have been over.
But Saravanan stated that he’s wanting ahead to Moeen Ali’s efficiency as an all-rounder. “I can’t possibly ignore K Gowtham’s performance in domestic cricket. I am looking forward to Sam Curran’s performance the most – obviously after Dhoni Anna’s performance”.
Getting able to cheer for @ChennaiIPL with All Set & BP tablets #WhistleFromHome தலைவன் Entry #Yellove #Csk #WhistlePodu #CSKvDC pic.twitter.com/myMZGJR3rA
— Saravanan Hari (@CricSuperFan) April 10, 2021
Keeping the thirteenth version recent in thoughts and on the lookout for a brand new begin within the 2021 season, Saravanan Hari, in an interview with DNA stated that, “PL is back in Indian and CSK has always been favourites and with Suresh Raina back in the squad with new additions, I am sure things will work in our favour”.
With gamers all within the bio-bubble and CSK’s preparations going sturdy, Saravanan Hari stated that he will certainly miss the environment on the Chepauk stadium. “The people of Tamil Nadu are known for celebrating and supporting their idols. We are always welcoming and are used to giving the people (we love) titles. Thala and Chinna Thala are few examples of our welcoming nature. Cricket runs in our blood and the atmosphere at the Chepauk is always fun and insists on a lot of singing, dancing, cheering at the top of our lungs and a lot of whistling”.
But this fan has seen all of the shades, highs and lows of CSK. “The CSK supporters have been through this situation before. The gates of Chepauk were closed for CSK fans for two years, but we didn’t lose hope and supported our team and Dhoni Anna through the dark phase. So, I think it’s business as usual for us now. We enjoyed IPL thoroughly last year from our home and with the given situation, I am requesting everyone to cheer for their teams from the comfort of their homes. I am praying and hoping to soon watch Dhoni LIVE at Chepauk hitting 6s – all fans are waiting for that, and we hope it comes soon”.
The begin of Saravanan Hari’s journey to changing into ‘Superfan’
It’s additionally that point of the 12 months for Saravanan when he is all the time busy as his Twitter deal with goes, a “superfan” – particularly of MS Dhoni. His love for the ‘Thala’ grew for the reason that man had made his debut in 2004. Be it Dhoni’s coiffure, his swag or his on-field efficiency, all the things was just sufficient for Saravanan to not just proceed to stay a fan.
“MS Dhoni has been an integral part of my life. He deserves all the love in the world, as he won us a World Cup and has honoured the state of Tamil Nadu with three IPL trophies. My love for Thala is appreciated by everyone. I even get exemption from work, whenever IPL was around the corner”.
Just Ana”THOR” image of Thala! #WhistlePodu #Yellove pic.twitter.com/YcojUej4r6
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 6, 2021
Just like many Chennaiites, Saravanan love for the native franchise just grew double with Dhoni’s inclusion. Painting his entire physique in yellow, he had caught the eye of the tv and print cameras, and his life has modified ever since.
“With time everything changes, so have my methods. Earlier on, I used to apply paint to my body. It took around 4 hours to complete the painting process. I used to paint 3 coats on my body and each coat took around 30 mins and the drying process took 15 mins. When I realised there is an alternative to coating paint on my body, I started wearing a yellow body con suit. Now I only paint my face”.
But what makes Saravanan particular?
“Most individuals assume that solely my yellow bodycon swimsuit is what makes me a superfan. But there’s extra to it – the way in which I’ve been supporting CSK tirelessly for all these years. I believe I turned a CSK superfan once I stepped inside Chepauk with yellow color painted on my physique. That incident caught the eye of the broadcaster’s cameramen and shortly I began getting calls from the media. I did not do it for the celebrity, I used to be seen due to the dedication and love I’ve had for the crew.
“The pandemic had a very bad impact on everyone, including me, but I didn’t lose hope. I prayed for IPL to come back in 2020 and it did come back. I am hoping and praying that CSK wins this year. According to me, when a person eats, sleeps and dreams about a team/ person, that’s what makes him a superfan”.
Saravanan Hari’s greatest fan second
There is little question till now that Saravanan is a big Dhoni fan. It was in 2014 that God had answered his prayers and he met the person himself but coincidently on the Bhubaneshwar airport. While this was just a quick assembly, all the things modified quickly.
“I prayed to God once again to meet my idol. Finally, I got a call from CSK management and they asked me to come to their event in Bangalore. At first, I was just a bit nervous to meet my hero, but when I saw him up close, I was speechless, I couldn’t even move, and it was like god in front of me – It was the happiest and most memorable day of my life”.
Expectations from IPL 2021
Just like all followers, Saravanan Hari too believes that CSK has certainly pushed IPL 2020’s efficiency behind their heads and at the moment are specializing in the brand new version. “We all have highs and lows in life and CSK is a team which is known for getting back up and fighting our way through everything. We were not in our best form last year, but the new year has come with new hope. I have faith in the team”.
The IPL 2021, will see its opener conflict between defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Chennai behind closed doorways. Fans can watch all of the motion from house on Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar VIP at 7:30 PM.
