The match between Chennai Super Kings and Lucknow Super Giants was called off due to rain on May 3.
LSG's fielding coach Jonty Rhodes helped the groundstaff drag covers to the pitch in a heartwarming gesture.
No shorta⛄ge of ass🎃istance for the ground staff in Lucknow 😉 |
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL)
LSG’s official Twitter handle also posted the clip of the same with a caption, “Jonty Rhodes, always an asset in the field”, to which Jonty responded by writing: “Just trying to live up to my supporters signs from the 90’s which claimed that “water covers 70% of the earth, and rest is covered by Jonty #respectcricket #lovemjyob”
— Jonty Rhodes (@JontyRhodes8)
The former Proteas cricketer even replied to a fan’s appreciation Tweet and said that his act was inspired by MS Dhoni.
“Thank you @Anand_ac314 I was actually inspired by @msdhoni and the way he handled the incredible support he was shown at #EkanaStadium. Not just a legend, but a great man too #7 #legend #greathuman #respectthegame,” replied Jonty to a fan.
I was actually inspired by and the way he handled the incredible support he was shown at . Not just a legend, but a great man too #7— Jonty Rhodes (@JontyRhodes8)