Chennai,– In an informal conversation with sports personalities, Tamil Nadu chief minister M.K. Stalin shared personal insights about his journey in politics, his early introduction to leadership, and his enduring passion for sports, particularly cricket and hockey.

Entering politics at 14

Stalin revealed that he entered politics at the young age of 14 years. Reflecting on his political journey, he said:

“From the very beginning, I have always data-faced tension. I have gotten used to it over time.”

He emphadata-sized that handling stress and pressure has become second nature to him, and that he has learned to manage it through reading, watching TV, and listening to music.

Love for Sports

The chief minister also reminisced about his sporting experiences:

· First Sport: hockey was the first sport he played seriously.

· Cricket Enthusiasm: He mentioned that he admires cricket legends like Kapil Dev, Sachin Tendulkar, and M.S. Dhoni.

· Playing in school and Streets: stalin recalled playing cricket in school and in the streets, often playing “book cricket” with friends.

He fondly remembered that former chief minister Karunanidhi also played cricket, and he had even bowled to him.

· Off-spin Bowling: stalin mentioned his preference for bowling off-spin during games.

· Celebrity Matches: He played in cricket matches with film stars like Simbu and Napoleon, and even managed to take three wickets during one game.

Admiration for M.S. Dhoni

Stalin expressed deep admiration for cricket captain M.S. Dhoni, praising his leadership, style, and smile. He stated that while dhoni is a role model, they cannot be compared directly:

“Dhoni is a great guide, and even after reaching this age, fans wish to see him play.”

Sports Development in tamil Nadu

· stalin highlighted that international players come to india to play hockey, helping to promote the sport.

· He appreciated the contribution of Udhayanidhi Stalin (his son) in advancing the sports sector.

· He emphadata-sized that the state continues to progress in sports, showing support for both traditional and modern games.

Handling Stress and Work-Life Balance

Reflecting on his work and stress management, stalin shared:

“Since politics came into my life at 14, tension has always been part of it. I’ve learned to cope with it. When under pressure, I read books, watch TV, and listen to songs. This helps me stay balanced.”

This candid insight portrays stalin as a leader who balances political responsibilities, personal interests, and stress management, while maintaining his connection to sports and culture.

Summary

Aspect

Details

Politics

Entered at age 14; accustomed to tension

Sports Interests

Hockey, cricket, played with celebrities

Admired Players

Kapil Dev, Sachin Tendulkar, M.S. Dhoni

Stress Management

Reading, TV, music

State sports Initiatives

Promotes hockey, cricket; supports youth development

Personal Note

Enjoys nostalgia of school and street games, maintains balance despite political pressure

 

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