The bond between Chennai and MS Dhoni just got even stronger. Last week, in a move no one saw coming (but also somehow totally expected from Thala), MS Dhoni’s padel brand made its big debut in the city he calls his second home. That’s right, the cricket legend has officially stepped into a new sport with the launch of 7Padel, a state-of-the-art facility in Palavakkam that’s already making waves.
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What Is Padel Sport?
Before we go any further, let’s address the obvious: what is this padel thing Dhoni is obsessed with now? Basically, it’s like if tennis and squash had a cool younger sibling. Played in a smaller court surrounded by glass walls, padel is fast-paced, doubles-only, and surprisingly beginner-friendly. The ball can bounce off walls, the rackets are solid (no strings attached!), and you don’t need to be an athlete to enjoy it. It’s already big in Europe and Latin America, and now, thanks to MS Dhoni’s padel brand, India’s about to get hooked too.
7Padel：More Than Just a Court
Now let’s talk about the venue. 7Padel isn’t just a padel court; it’s a full-blown luxury fitness hub. We’re talking 20,000 square feet of pure sports heaven: three sleek padel courts, a pickleball court, gym, café, swimming pool, sauna, and even a recovery room. This isn’t just about a new hobby; this is a lifestyle move. Dhoni, speaking at the launch, shared why Chennai had to be the first stop.
The Love story between MS Dhoni & Chennai Continues 💛
MS Dhoni’s new Padel Brand – 7Padel launched its first ever Centre in Chennai.
– 20,000 square feet facility.
– 3 Padel Courts.
– A Pickleball Court.
– Swimming Pool.
– Gym, Cafe.
– Sauna, Recovery Room. pic.twitter.com/8ERmZlTOA0— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) August 7, 2025
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And the name? Perfectly Dhoni. The “7” in 7Padel isn’t just random; it’s iconic. It’s his jersey number. It’s his birthdate (July 7). For millions of Indian fans, 7 = Dhoni. And now, it’s also a brand that blends sport, community, and a whole lot of cool.
When Thala Met Rockstar：The Dhoni x Anirudh Showdown
Now here’s where things get really fun. At the launch, Dhoni was joined by none other than Anirudh Ravichander, the musical genius behind hits like Kolaveri Di and the upcoming Rajinikanth film Coolie. Turns out, Anirudh isn’t just a whiz with beats; he’s pretty handy with a racket too. The two played a friendly padel match that had everyone talking (and recording). A video of Dhoni giving tips to Anirudh Ravichander went viral in hours. The Internet just couldn’t handle that much charisma in one court.
Namma Rockstar @anirudhofficial & Thala MSD playing padel. pic.twitter.com/CZMzvOHTYy
— Kolly Buzz (@KollyBuzz) August 7, 2025
MS Dhoni’s padel brand got the glam boost it didn’t even need but totally deserved. And with Anirudh Ravichander’s upcoming projects making headlines, his appearance at 7Padel gave the whole event a crossover energy, cricket meets cinema meets cardio.
MS DHONI × ANIRUDH IN A FRAME 🙇🔥 pic.twitter.com/NVddzV4N0V
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) August 7, 2025
Final Words
With Dhoni at the helm, MS Dhoni’s padel brand is poised to make 7Padel a nationwide phenomenon. From introducing the sport to fitness lovers to making it a social hotspot, this venture feels like more than just a side hustle. It’s got legacy written all over it, and honestly, would you expect anything less from Thala? And if you still haven’t looked up that video of Anirudh Ravichander swinging a padel racket like he’s remixing a chartbuster, what are you even doing?
