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Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MS Dhoni) - Indian Cricketer

Height: 1.75 m DOB: July 7, 1981

One of the most loved and scrutinised cricketers to have ever been born in India - Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the perfect story for every small town boy/girl who wants to make it big in life. Hailing from the cricketing backwaters - Jharkhand, Dhoni is unarguably the second most popular player in the cricket frenzy nation after 'God' Sachin Tendulkar. Going by the statistics, Dhoni is India's most successful captain and under his leadership, India have won the top prize in all formats of the gentlemen's game - the inaugural World Twenty20 on his captaincy debut in 2007, No.1 Test ranking for 18 months starting December 2009, and the 50-over World Cup in 2011 in Mumbai. He is also the first captain in the world to win three different ICC trophies. Dhoni also led India to a memorable 2013 Champions Trophy triumph in England. During his now more than 14-years long international career, Dhoni has played an integral part in many of India's famous victories. For his impressive match-winning skills, the veteran batsman has also been christened with the tag of 'one of the best finishers in the sport', especially in the limited-overs format. However, with age catching up - Dhoni's batting abilities are on the wane but his electric reflexes and impeccable instincts behind the stumps still make him an indispensable asset to Team India. With the countdown of the 2019 ICC World Cup already started, India still needs the services of one of its biggest stalwarts who is responsible for taking the team to insurmountable heights.

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Unlike Ganguly, Dhoni did not give enough world-beaters to Indian cricket: Gambhir

Cricket | Jul 14, 2020, 03:52 PM IST

Gambhir felt that apart from Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, when Dhoni's captaincy tenure ended there weren't enough quality players in the team that could win the team an ICC tournament. 

MS Dhoni had more impact in 'long home series' than Sourav Ganguly as captain: Srikkanth

MS Dhoni had more impact in 'long home series' than Sourav Ganguly as captain: Srikkanth

Cricket | Jul 13, 2020, 02:31 PM IST

Former India captain Kris Srikkanth it was a very difficult comparison as he feels Ganguly was fantastic in 2001 Test series against Australia.

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Doubt you'll find anyone who didn't get along with MS Dhoni, says Graeme Smith

Cricket | Jul 12, 2020, 04:28 PM IST

Former India captains Dhoni and Sourav Ganguly celebrated their birthdays earlier this week. Smith also spoke about BCCI President Ganguly.

Remember sleeping on the floor: Gautam Gambhir recalls 'great moment' with MS Dhoni

Remember sleeping on the floor: Gautam Gambhir recalls 'great moment' with MS Dhoni

Cricket | Jul 12, 2020, 02:05 PM IST

Gautam Gambhir recalled the memory when he shared the room with Dhoni during their early days in international cricket.

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Gambhir feels Dhoni was a 'lucky' skipper, picks Zaheer as reason for his Test captaincy success

Cricket | Jul 11, 2020, 04:53 PM IST

Gambhir opined that Sourav Ganguly had to work hard to assemble a side to win trophies and Dhoni reaped the benefits of his predecessor to win the three ICC titles.

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Learnt from MS Dhoni not to tinker if something is going well: Subramaniam Badrinath

Cricket | Jul 11, 2020, 12:11 PM IST

Subramaniam Badrinath also talked about the speculations surrounding MS Dhoni's future in the Indian team.

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Why Virat Kohli isn't a successful IPL captain? Aakash Chopra explains

Cricket | Jul 10, 2020, 07:47 PM IST

Aakash said that RCB have failed to lift the IPL trophy because of the poor selection during the auction, and not just in a single auction, but over the years. 

A run-out which broke a billion hearts: On this day, India crashed out of 2019 World Cup semifinal

A run-out which broke a billion hearts: On this day, India crashed out of 2019 World Cup semifinal

Cricket | Jul 10, 2020, 08:42 AM IST

The pain was visible in Dhoni's eyes when he was walking back to the pavilion and there was pin-drop silence in the crowd. The Indian dug-out was in shock as everyone knew that the World Cup trophy has now slipped away from Team India's hands.

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'MS Dhoni not contemplating retirement, determined to play IPL'

Cricket | Jul 08, 2020, 08:57 PM IST

Dhoni last played for India in their World Cup 2019 semifinal exit against New Zealand, which was almost a year back

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Hardik and Krunal Pandya reach Ranchi to celebrate MS Dhoni's 39th birthday

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 08:46 PM IST

Social media was filled with images and videos of Hardik and Krunal arriving in Ranchi for the celebration

Have a great year ahead: Sachin Tendulkar wishes MS Dhoni on 39th birthday

Have a great year ahead: Sachin Tendulkar wishes MS Dhoni on 39th birthday

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 06:23 PM IST

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar wished Dhoni on his 39th birthday with a special message on Twitter.

CSK CEO explains why they refer to birthday boy MS Dhoni as 'Thala'

In 10 years, MS Dhoni will be permanent boss of CSK team: CEO Kasi Viswanathan

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 07:05 PM IST

Under the stewardship of Dhoni, Chennai have progressed into the playoffs of every edition of the Indian Premier League that they have participated in and have won the title three times.

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WATCH: Ziva sings 'Que Sera Sera' in adorable birthday video for 'papa' MS Dhoni

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 04:52 PM IST

On MS Dhoni's 39th birthday, daughterZiva shared a heartwarming video on her Instagram account which had pictures of the two. 

Feel like a proud father seeing what MS Dhoni has achieved, says Kiran More

Feel like a proud father seeing what MS Dhoni has achieved, says Kiran More

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 02:05 PM IST

Dhoni, who made his debut in 2004 against Bangladesh, has been a remarkable servant of the Indian cricket. He has been a vital cog for Indian cricket ever since he made his entry on the international stage.

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'Not just among best finishers, a great cricketer as well': Sourav Ganguly on MS Dhoni

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 01:45 PM IST

Former Indian captain and BCCI President Sourav Ganguly hailed MS Dhoni as the legendary cricketer celebrates his 39th birthday.

'Another year older, smarter, sweeter': Sakshi posts heartwarming birthday wish for husband MS Dhoni

'Another year older, smarter, sweeter': Sakshi posts heartwarming birthday wish for husband MS Dhoni

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 12:26 PM IST

Sakshi, who is very much active on social media platforms unlike her husband, posted a couple of photos to wish MS Dhoni on his 39th birthday.

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Numbers are just numbers: MS Dhoni's greatest teaching in the age of T20 cricket

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 11:56 AM IST

Dhoni's ability to understand the most difficult situation and act aptly, denying perception, data and match-up analysis, has been the major reason behind CSK becoming arguably the best T20 franchise ever.

Kedar Jadhav's emotional letter on MS Dhoni's birthday proves Mahi is a man with golden heart

Kedar Jadhav's emotional letter on MS Dhoni's birthday proves Mahi is a man with golden heart

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 11:40 AM IST

In the emotional letter, Jadhav shed light on some emotional instances he shared with Dhoni.

Thala's Birthday Special: MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings an eternal love story

Thala's Birthday Special: MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings, an eternal love story

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 10:39 AM IST

MS Dhoni is one of the most loved players of the game but the love he received from the people of Chennai is beyond words. After almost 13 years, Chennai Super Kings and Dhoni's name are taken in one breath and for Chennai's people, MSD is their "Thala".

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'Wish you good health and happiness always': Virat Kohli wishes MS Dhoni on his 39th birthday

Cricket | Jul 07, 2020, 10:27 AM IST

Indian captain Virat Kohli posted a heartwarming wish for MS Dhoni, who is celebrating his 39th birthday today.

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