| FULL NAME | Mahendra Singh Dhoni |
|---|---|
| BORN | July 07, 1981, Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand) |
| AGE | 42 years, 190 days |
| ALSO KNOWN AS | Mahi |
| BATTING STYLE | Right-hand Bat |
| BOWLING STYLE | Right-arm Medium |
| FIELDING POSITION | Wicketkeeper |
| PLAYING ROLE | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| TEAMS | India, Air India Blue, Asia XI, Bihar, Bradman XI, Chennai Super Kings, East Zone, East Zone Under-19s, Help for Heroes XI, India A (India Blues), India Seniors, Indian Board President’s XI, International XI, Jharkhand, Jharkhand Under-19s, Rajasthan Cricket Association President’s XI, Rest of India, Rising Pune Supergiants, Sehwag XI |
MS Dhoni: Crafting a Legacy Beyond the Crease
Renowned as the third-most beloved Indian cricketer, MS Dhoni’s journey from the cricketing backwaters of Jharkhand to cricketing stardom is a tale of unorthodox skill, leadership highs, and the ever-famous helicopter shot. Excelling as a captain, Dhoni led India to significant victories, including the Test rankings for 18 months, the 2011 50-over World Cup, and the T20 World title in 2007.
Dhoni’s early days were marked by fearless batting, and he quickly became a crowd favorite with memorable innings. His leadership skills came to the forefront in the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, where India emerged victorious. Taking over the captaincy in ODIs and Tests, Dhoni’s calm demeanor and tactical acumen shaped India’s success, achieving a notable win-loss ratio in Tests.
Post the 2011 World Cup triumph, Dhoni faced challenges as India struggled in Test series away from home. However, he showcased assertiveness in building a new team, securing significant Test victories. His retirement from Test cricket in 2014 marked the end of an era, leaving behind a proud record as a wicketkeeper-batsman.
Continuing to lead in shorter formats, Dhoni contributed to India’s successes, reaching the semi-finals of the 2015 World Cup and winning the Asia Cup T20. Stepping down from white-ball captaincy in 2017, he played his last international match in the 2019 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand. Dhoni officially announced his retirement in 2020, concluding an illustrious international career.
In the IPL, Dhoni became the face of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), leading the team to multiple titles, including a fairy-tale comeback in 2018 and consecutive victories in 2021 and 2023, making CSK one of the most successful franchises in the league, alongside Mumbai Indians. Dhoni’s impact on Indian cricket extends beyond statistics, leaving an enduring legacy in the hearts of fans.