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Mahendra Singh Dhoni is one of the most well-known cricketers in the world and one of the most successful cricketers in Indian history. He is also the only captain to have won all three major ICC trophies: the World Cup (2011), the Champions Trophy (2013), and the World Twenty20 (2007). He holds the record for most matches as captain in Tests+ODIs+T20Is.
MS Dhoni's Birth and Early Life
MS Dhoni was born on July 7, 1981, in Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand). His father, Pan Singh Dhoni, worked in MECON, a Ministry of Steel PSU, and his mother, Devaki Devi, is a homemaker. Despite not having a cricketing background, his family supported his passion for sports.
MS Dhoni's Education and Early Life
Dhoni attended school in Shyamali, near Ranchi, Jharkhand. He was an exemplary student-athlete but initially preferred badminton and football, where he served as his school’s goalkeeper. Between 1995 and 1998, his football coach introduced him to cricket as a wicketkeeper, marking the beginning of his cricketing journey. He played for the Commando Cricket Club and soon after, made it to the Vinoo Mankad Trophy Under-16 Championship team.
Dhoni's Cricket Career
MS Dhoni entered the international cricket scene in 2004 when he played for India against Bangladesh. Later that year, he was chosen for a tour of Zimbabwe and Kenya. In 2005, he made his Test debut against Sri Lanka. Dhoni’s performance in the 2007 T20 World Cup brought him to prominence as he led India to victory against Pakistan in the final. In 2008, he became the captain of India’s ODI team, making him one of the youngest captains in history.
MS Dhoni and the World Cup
Dhoni led India to victory in the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2007 T20 World Cup, a significant achievement in his career.
IPL Career
While playing for the Chennai Super Kings, Dhoni was a vital team member that won two back-to-back IPL championships (Total 5 Titles) in 2010 and 2011. He continued to lead the team successfully in subsequent seasons. Dhoni has received numerous awards for his outstanding performances in the IPL.
MS Dhoni Awards
His achievements with the bat and gloves have earned him several awards, including the ICC ODI Player of the Year award twice (2008 & 2009) and the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award in 2007. He was also awarded the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, in 2009 and in 2018 he received Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award.
Movies on MS Dhoni
The most notable movie on Dhoni is “MS Dhoni: The Untold Story” (2016), featuring Sushant Singh Rajput as Dhoni. Directed by Neeraj Pandey and produced by Fox Star Studios, it was released on September 30, 2016. The film was a box office hit, earning over Rs 200 crore worldwide. It was also nominated for several Filmfare Awards and won three: Best Actor (Sushant Singh Rajput), Best Story (Neeraj Pandey), and Best Director (Neeraj Pandey).
MS Dhoni Retirement
M.S. Dhoni is well known for his calm and collected demeanour, even in the most stressful circumstances. His leadership skills are unrivalled, and he has led teams to victory frequently. Dhoni’s retirement is a significant loss for Indian cricket, not just for his on-field achievements but also because he has become a symbol of hope for millions worldwide who look up to him as an idol. Dhoni’s retirement in 2020 surprised many fans and experts who thought he would continue playing for at least another year. However, Dhoni has made it clear that he is ready to move on from his cricket career (although he is still active in franchise cricket).
