Watch video: CSK fan bought IPL tickets worth Rs 64,000 just to watch MS Dhoni play, but is yet to pay daughters’ school fees

A dedicated fan of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) disclosed that he spent a hefty sum of Rs. 64,000 on IPL tickets solely to watch MS Dhoni in action.

However, amidst this fervent dedication to cricket, he admitted to prioritizing this expense over paying his daughters' school fees.

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In an interview with the Sportswalk Chennai channel, he confessed, "Since I couldn't get the tickets through regular means, I purchased them in black for a total of Rs. 64,000. I still haven't settled my daughters' school fees, but witnessing MS Dhoni play live was an experience we couldn't miss."

I don't have money to pay the School Fees of my children, but spent Rs 64,000 to get black tickets to watch Dhoni, says this father. I am at a loss for words to describe this stupidity. pic.twitter.com/korSgfxcUy

— Dr Jaison Philip. M.S., MCh (@Jasonphilip8)

I don't have money to pay the School Fees of my children, but spent Rs 64,000 to get black tickets to watch Dhoni, says this father. I am at a loss for words to describe this stupidity. pic.twitter.com/korSgfxcUy

— Dr Jaison Philip. M.S., MCh (@Jasonphilip8) April 11, 2024

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While the excitement of witnessing Dhoni's prowess on the field was palpable for him and his three daughters, the revelation of neglecting his parental responsibilities sparked controversy and criticism online, drawing a negative response from many.