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MS Dhoni
Mahendra Singh Dhoni (born 7 July 1981) is an Indian former international cricketer and one of the most successful captains in cricket history. He led India to wins in all three ICC major tournaments — 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 Cricket World Cup, and 2013 Champions Trophy.[1] Known as "Captain Cool", Dhoni scored over 17,000 international runs and effected 829 dismissals behind the stumps.[2]
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| MS Dhoni in 2023 | |
| Born | 07 July 1981 (age 44) Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand), India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
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| Occupation | Cricketer (Retired), Businessman |
| Years active | 2004 – 2020 (International), 2004 – Present (Domestic/IPL) |
| Known for | Captaincy, Finishing Ability, Calm Under Pressure |
| Notable works | M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, 2011 World Cup Winning Six |
| Awards | Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna |
| Spouse(s) | Sakshi Dhoni |
| Children | Ziva Dhoni |
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| Website | |
Early Life
Dhoni was born on 7 July 1981 in Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand) into a Rajput family. His father Pan Singh worked at MECON and mother Devaki Devi was a homemaker. Initially a football goalkeeper, he shifted to cricket during school days and joined Commando Cricket Club.[3]
Education
He studied at DAV Jawahar Vidya Mandir, Shyamali, and later enrolled at St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi, but left to pursue cricket full-time.[4]
Career
Before cricket, Dhoni worked as a ticket examiner at Kharagpur Railway Station. He debuted in domestic cricket for Bihar in 1999 and later played for Jharkhand.[5]
International Career
- ODI Debut: 23 December 2004 vs Bangladesh
- Test Debut: 2 December 2005 vs Sri Lanka
He made headlines in 2005 with his 148-run knock against Pakistan.[6]
IPL Career
Dhoni captains Chennai Super Kings (CSK) since 2008, winning IPL titles in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023. CSK also won two Champions League T20s under him.[7]
Captaincy Highlights
India won:
- 2007 ICC T20 World Cup
- 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup (sealed with his iconic six)
- 2013 ICC Champions Trophy
India also became No.1 in ICC Test rankings in 2009.[8] He retired from Tests in 2014 and from international cricket on 15 August 2020.[9]
Achievements
Records
Personal Life
Dhoni married Sakshi Rawat in 2010. They have a daughter, Ziva. He holds honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army. Dhoni co-owns Chennaiyin FC and launched sportswear brand SEVEN in 2016.[14] He was the subject of the Bollywood film M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016).[15]
References
- ↑ https://www.tuhin.world/ms-dhoni-biography
- ↑ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/ms-dhoni-inducted-into-icc-hall-of-fame/articleshow/101078191.cms
- ↑ https://www.globalindian.com/profiles/mahendra-singh-dhoni
- ↑ https://www.careerindia.com/features/ms-dhoni-s-education-027062.html
- ↑ https://sportsmatik.com/hall-of-fame/view/m-s-dhoni-1554
- ↑ https://www.careerindia.com/features/ms-dhoni-s-education-027062.html
- ↑ https://leverageedu.com/discover/school-education/essay-on-ms-dhoni
- ↑ https://www.tuhin.world/ms-dhoni-biography
- ↑ https://www.reddit.com/r/IndiaCricket/comments/ibk6zy/ms_dhoni_announces_retirement_from_international/
- ↑ https://currentaffairs.adda247.com/list-of-awards-won-by-ms-dhoni/
- ↑ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/ms-dhoni-inducted-into-icc-hall-of-fame/articleshow/101078191.cms
- ↑ https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/ms-dhoni-biography-1594085953-1
- ↑ https://www.reddit.com/r/IndiaCricket/comments/1vh65wz/dhonis_wicketkeeping_records/
- ↑ https://www.seven.life
- ↑ https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/ms-dhoni-the-untold-story-review-a-six-for-sure-1464680