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.
Read MoreHere's how the cricket fraternity wished MS Dhoni on his 41st birthday
The Indian legend turns 41 on July 7, 2022, Thursday and his fans all across the globe have started their celebrations for his birthday.
From acing the Proteas challenge in the first match to beating the likes of West Indies, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka with ease, MS Dhoni's India, on June 23, 2013, beat England by five runs in a last-over thriller to lift the Champion Trophy in 2013.
Ruturaj along with Ishan stitched a partnership of 97 runs which propelled India's innings and set them up for a big total.
Chahal took 27 wickets in the Indian Premier League with the best figures of 5/40.
Cricket has piqued the interest of several Indian filmmakers, who have helmed some critically acclaimed movies and shows like Lagaan, M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, Sachin – A Billion Dreams, Inside Edge, Selection Day and 83 to name a few.
The 33-year-old also believes that performances in the upcoming T20I series will play a crucial role in his world cup selection as he looks to put his best foot forward against the boys in blue
Speaking at a ceremony to mark the silver jubilee of the Thiruvallur District Cricket Association, MS Dhoni said that cricketers should be proud of representing their district as it is the stepping stone to the higher level.
Twitter absolutely erupted as MS Dhoni confirmed that he will be playing IPL 2023.
It won't be the four titles with CSK that define him, it won't be the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 World Cup, or the 2013 Champions Trophy, but the impact he has had on an entire generation
Nayanthara's would-be husband and director Vignesh Sivan is an ardent fan of MS Dhoni and the possibility of the former Indian captain playing a cameo role in the movie is not ruled out.
Post the win against SRH, MS Dhoni threw some light on the events that transpired.
Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed the bowlers all over the park on his way to a heartbreaking but brilliantly made 99.
When the four-time title-winning skipper walked out for the toss, the crowd at the MCA Stadium in Pune roared in delight.
Most CSK fans were happy with Dhoni being in-charge again, while some were happy for Jadeja, as he will be able to play freely.
Ravindra Jadeja has relinquished the CSK captaincy to focus more on his game
From Shane Watson to Dwayne Bravo, Kedar Jadhav to Ambati Rayudu, CSK had a man for every occasion.
IPL 2022: From dragging the game to its last breath to keeping calm, and finishing off in his style with a last-ball boundary, all the MS Dhoni touches were pretty much visible during CSK vs MI cricket match.
Rohit Sharma leads the way with 372 T20 matches while MS Dhoni's former India and CSK teammate Suresh Raina has played 336 T20 matches.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa was looking dangerous as he had hit Chris Jordan for a six on the first ball of the over.
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