The cricketing fraternity is abuzz with speculation about the once-strong camaraderie between MS Dhoni and Harbhajan Singh. A recent cryptic tweet by the former India and Chennai Super Kings off-spinner has hinted at a possible rift between the two stalwarts of Indian cricket.

Harbhajan, known for his fiery personality both on and off the field, posted on X (formerly Twitter): "Strangers can become best friends just as easy as best friends can become strangers...."

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This ambiguous message followed his startling revelation during an interview where he admitted to having no personal communication with Dhoni anymore. "No, I don't speak to Dhoni," Harbhajan said in the interview with News18.

While he insisted that he holds no grudges against the legendary captain, his tone reflected a sense of distance. "I don't have anything against him. If he has something to say, he can tell me. But if he did, he would have told me by now," Harbhajan added, leaving fans wondering about the cause of this apparent disconnect.

The off-spinner further elaborated on their limited interactions, which were largely confined to their time together in the Indian Premier League (IPL). "When I was playing at CSK, that's when we spoke; but otherwise, we haven't spoken. It's been 10 years and more," he said. Harbhajan made it clear that their conversations, even during their IPL days, were limited to cricketing matters on the field.

Harbhajan also hinted at an unreciprocated effort to maintain contact. "I only ring up those who pick up my calls. I don't have the time otherwise," he stated, underscoring his belief in mutual respect in relationships. His comments, "A relationship is always about give and take. If I respect you, I hope you will respect me back," offers a peek into his expectations for personal bonds.

Fans have expressed concern over these revelations, as Dhoni and Harbhajan were once seen as pillars of India's golden cricketing era, sharing triumphs such as the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup victories. The duo forged a winning combination at CSK too.

The exact reasons behind their drifting apart remain unknown, but Harbhajan's cryptic tweet and candid remarks have ignited curiosity, casting a shadow on what was once an iconic partnership both on and off the field. Whether this is a case of misunderstood signals or a deeper fallout, only time will tell if the two legends can bridge the gap in their relationship.