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    MS Dhoni

    MS Dhoni

    Cricketer
    Birth DetailsJuly 7, 1981 | Ranchi, Jharkhand
    NationalityIndian
    LeagueSportsperson
    MS Dhoni’s Assets:
    • Seven
    • SportsFit World Pvt Ltd
    • Chennaiyin FC

    MS Dhoni’s Journey so far ...
    • Though associated with cricket since an early age, Mahendra Singh Dhoni used to work for the Indian Railways as a travelling ticket examiner (TTE) in Kharagpur, West Bengal, before making it to the national side
    • Dhoni made his ODI (one day international) debut in 2004 during India’s tour to Bangladesh. He failed to score any runs in the first match and the result in the next few matches was not so great either
    • However, it was his 5th ODI that brought him into the limelight. Dhoni played a memorable knock, scoring 148 against Pakistan in Visakhapatnam
    • He got his highest ODI score in 2005 when he hit Sri Lankan bowlers for an unbeaten 183 in 145 balls to win the match for India
    • Dhoni also made his Test debut in 2005, against Sri Lanka
    • After Rahul Dravid stepped down, Dhoni was appointed as the captain of India’s one-day side in 2007
    • Backed by a young team, Dhoni’s first major success as a skipper came in 2007 when he brought home the World T20 championship in its inaugural season
    • Dhoni was the highest bidded player in the first season of IPL (Indian Premier League) held in 2008 and was chosen to lead the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) team. Barring a couple of years when CSK was banned from the tournament, Dhoni has led the CSK side in every season
    • He won the ICC ODI Player of the Year award consecutively in 2008 and 2009
    • Under his captainship, India became the number one Test team in the world for the first time, in 2009
    • His next big success came in 2011 when he led the Indian side to win the World Cup after 28 years. Dhoni scored an unbeaten 91 against Sri Lanka and the final runs of his innings came in the form of a six, hit into the stands of the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, which eventually became an iconic moment in the history of Indian cricket
    • In 2013, he led the Indian side that won the ICC Champions Trophy
    • Dhoni was the team captain in the subsequent World Cup, held in 2015, as well
    • He gave up his Test captaincy and also retired from the longest format of the game in December 2014
    • Dhoni stepped down as the captain of the Indian ODI and T20 International sides in 2017
    • He announced his retirement from international cricket through social media platforms on August 15, 2020

    Before you go ...
    • Dhoni is known to his fans by many nicknames; Mahi, Thala and Captain Cool being some of the most popular among them
    • He is the only captain to have won the ICC World T20, ICC Cricket World Cup as well as the ICC Champions Trophy
    • He was the central subject of the 2016 movie M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story directed by Neeraj Pandey. The late actor Sushant Singh Rajput played Dhoni’s character in the movie
    • He is part-owner of the Indian Super League team Chennaiyin FC and has stakes in some other sporting teams as well
    • Dhoni also has a stake in the apparel brand Seven, owns a hotel in Jharkhand as well as a chain with over 200 gyms around the country
    • He is known for his love of bikes and owns a fleet of superbikes, which include Kawasaki Ninja H2, Confederate X132 Hellcat, Harley Davidson FatBoy and several others

    Last Updated: 26/07/2021

    MS Dhoni News

    • T20 World Cup Ind vs SA Final: Former India captain MS Dhoni and legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Team India for their T20 World Cup victory against South Africa. Dhoni celebrated the win on Instagram as an early birthday gift, while Tendulkar highlighted the achievement of earning a fourth star for India's jersey. Other cricket icons like Anil Kumble, VVS Laxman, and Yuvraj Singh also praised the team's performance and leadership under Rohit Sharma. The victory sparked celebrations, with players and fans rejoicing in the stadium's electrifying atmosphere.
    • Rohit Sharma followed Virat Kohli in announcing retirement from T20 cricket after leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup final. Sharma, joining Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, became India's third captain to achieve this feat in under a year, following losses in the World Test Championship and ODI World Cup to Australia last year.
    • MS Dhoni, India's former World Cup-winning captain, celebrated Team India's T20 World Cup victory over South Africa, calling it a priceless birthday gift as his birthday approaches on July 7. Dhoni praised the team for their composure and self-belief, thanking them for bringing the World Cup home. India's recent win marks their second T20 World Cup triumph since 2007 under Dhoni's leadership, ending an 11-year wait for a global trophy.
    • India clinched their second T20 World Cup title in 2024, defeating South Africa by 7 runs in Barbados. Led by Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's 76-run innings laid the foundation for India's total of 176-7. Despite South Africa's strong start, India's bowlers staged a remarkable comeback, restricting them to 169-8 and ending an 11-year ICC trophy drought.
    • Rohit Sharma became the third Indian captain to lift the ICC World Cup after Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni. In the T20 World Cup final, India triumphed over South Africa with key performances from Rohit and Hardik Pandya. Despite Heinrich Klaasen's efforts for the Proteas, Rohit's leadership and Pandya's crucial wicket turned the match in India's favor.
    • Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif believes Virat Kohli has the potential to shine in the T20 World Cup final between India and South Africa, despite his recent sluggish form in the tournament . Kaif drew parallels to MS Dhoni's heroics in the 2011 ODI World Cup final and Kohli's century in the 2023 ODI World Cup. Kaif emphasised on Kohli's ability to turn the tables in the crucial match at Kensington Oval on Saturday.
    • Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that in the 53rd GST Council meeting on Saturday, there were 11 new ministers from Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram, Odisha, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Telangana and Tripura.
    • At least 25 people died and more than 60 people were hospitalised after reportedly consuming illicit liquor in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district, officials said on Thursday. The officials have expressed concern that the death toll may go up. Kallakurichi District Collector MS Prasanth visited those undergoing treatment in Government Medical College Hospital in the district.Tamil Nadu illicit liquor case: 25 dead, over 60 hospitalised in Kallakurichi
    • Tamil Nadu Illicit Liquor Case: At least 36 people lost their lives and nearly 70 others were hospitalized in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district after consuming illicit arrack laced with poisonous methanol. The incident has prompted arrests and a swift response from authorities, including Chief Minister MK Stalin, who expressed shock and vowed to take strict action against those responsible. Governor RN Ravi also extended condolences and raised concerns about recurring incidents of illicit liquor-related deaths in the state.
    • Babar Azam surpassed MS Dhoni as the leading run-scorer as a captain in T20 World Cup history during Pakistan's match against Ireland in Florida. His unbeaten 32* off 34 balls anchored Pakistan to a 3-wicket victory in a challenging chase of 107.
    • Actor Sushant Singh Rajput was from India. His acting career began with serial television shows. Kis Desh Main Hai Meraa Dil was his debut series. He then appeared in the well-liked soap drama Pavitra Rishta on Zee TV.
    • New photos reveal the terrible conditions inside a massive prison in El Salvador. No inmate has ever been freed.
    • The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is predicted to win a landslide victory in the recent Lok Sabha election, making incumbent PM Narendra Modi the second Prime Minister of India after Jawaharlal Nehru. The BJP's campaign relies on three pillars: Modi, Money, and Machine. Brand Modi is the most potent weapon in the saffron party's arsenal, with the party focusing on capitalising on the Modi brand, supported by the RSS and panna pramukhs. The INDIA bloc has struggled to find a leader who can challenge Modi's might, and the Opposition's inability to form a formidable alliance against Modi highlights their struggles.
    • India and Maharashtra batter Kedar Jadhav, who debuted in 2014 and played 73 ODIs and 9 T20Is, announced his retirement from international cricket. Known for his association with MS Dhoni, he thanked fans for support in a retirement post mirroring Dhoni's style. Jadhav is captaining Kolhapur Tuskers in a league, with achievements including a notable century against England in 2017.
    • MS Dhoni's new hairstyle has created a buzz among fans after he visited celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim in Bandra. Hakim shared his excitement on Instagram, posting a selfie with Dhoni and praising the experience. Fans enthusiastically reacted to Dhoni's new look, recalling his previous Samurai haircut ahead of an IPL match.
    • On Tuesday, Bollywood's favorite 'bestie' took to Instagram Stories to share a glimpse of his cabin aboard the luxurious cruise. The snapshot captures the mesmerizing beauty of the setting sun casting its glow over the tranquil sea waters. Before this, on Monday, the social media influencer was spotted departing from Mumbai's airport, en route to Barcelona to partake in the pre-wedding festivities.
    • According to the notice, the cricketer had booked a dwelling unit in 2020 at Hauz Khas, New Delhi in one of the projects of a real estate firm. M/s Brilliant Etoile Private Limited and M/s Uppal Housing Private Limited are the noticees in one of the legal notices pertaining to the delayed possession of the dwelling units.
    • Mumbai court extends police custody of Bhavesh Bhinde, director of advertising firm involved in hoarding collapse in Ghatkopar, claiming 17 lives.
    • Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins is set to captain the Sunrisers Hyderabad in their maiden IPL final. Cummins, who recently led Australia to victory in the 2023 ODI World Cup, will aim to equal MS Dhoni's record of winning both the ODI World Cup and this tournament in a single cricket season. Dhoni has won five IPL titles with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2010-11, 2018, 2021, and 2023 seasons, while Cummins has one IPL title to his name, winning in 2014 with the Knight Riders.
    • Voting for the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 is underway on May 25. The former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni along with his family cast their votes in Ranchi. Meanwhile, as MSD exercised his franchise Election Commission of India praised Dhoni and tweeted “Thala for a reason”. Polling is being held in 58 constituencies spread across six states and two union territories in the 6th phase.LS Election 2024 Phase 6: ECI praises MS Dhoni for casting vote in Ranchi 'Thala for reason!'
    • Ranchi Lok Sabha Election 2024: Former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni arrived at a polling station in Ranchi on Saturday to vote in the Lok Sabha election. Earlier today, Gautam Gambhir, a former cricketer, also participated in voting during the sixth phase of the elections in Delhi.
    • Kavitha has contested the decision of the trial court made on May 6, which denied her bail applications in both the CBI's corruption case and the ED's money laundering case. Her legal representative argued that among the 50 accused in the excise issue, she stands as the sole woman. They implored the court to contemplate granting her bail, citing the legal distinction that places women on a unique footing.
    • MC Stan, the winner of Bigg Boss 16 and a prominent rapper, has recently alarmed fans with a cryptic social media post where he expressed a desire for death. This post is not the first time he has shared concerning messages, having previously hinted at quitting rapping and faced a hack on his YouTube channel. Despite his success and popularity, Stan's recent activities and posts have left fans worried about his well-being.
    • French automaker Citroen named former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni as their brand ambassador in India. The company said that Dhoni aligned with their commitment to electric mobility and sustainability, and emphasised their shared dedication to customer-centric innovation. Citroen aims to reinforce its presence in the Indian market and resonate with local sentiments, particularly among cricket enthusiasts.
    • Dinesh Karthik bid farewell to his 20-year international cricket career at the end of his IPL campaign, leaving a mark with his swansong performance for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
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