DHONI TURNS 43

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAPTAIN COOL

Published By Livemint | 07 Jul, 2024

Mahi turns 43

Legendary wicketkeeper-batter, MS Dhoni who led Team India to three major ICC trophies was born on 7 July 1981.

Captain Cool

MS Dhoni needs no introduction as the world knows him for his stupendous game and leadership qualities which earned him the title of ‘Captain Cool

T20 WC victory in 2007

Under Dhoni’s captaincy, India won 50-over World Cup in 2011 and the T20 World Cup title in 2007.

Dhoni's Helicopter Shot

MS Dhoni is known as the mastermind of famous helicopter shot
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Retirement

MS Dhoni announced retirement from all forms of cricket on August 15, 2020. However, he continues to play in IPL tournaments.

CSK’s Thala

Legendary cricketer’s game in IPL as Chennai Super Kings cricketer is cherished by a massive audience who fondly call him ‘Thala’ the leader.

Revisiting Dhoni’s career

Dhoni has played 98 T20Is for India, scoring 1,617 runs at an average of 37.60, at a strike rate of 126.13. He has two half-centuries in the format