India, Oct. 9 -- Madurai, on Thursday, was gripped by the MS Dhoni fever as thousands flocked to the airport to catch a glimpse of the former India captain. Dhoni had arrived in the Tamil Nadu city for the inauguration of the new international-standard cricket stadium. The Velammal Educational Trust, in collaboration with the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA), developed the stadium.

In a video that has gone viral on social media, several hundred fans gathered outside the airport, chanting 'Dhoni, Dhoni' as the former Chennai Super Kings captain landed in the city, donning a casual black t-shirt and his trademark sunglasses. Dhoni even waved at the crowd, acknowledging their love and respect.

Dhoni arrived in Madurai to inaugurate th...