Ms Dhoni

Ms Dhoni is an Indian professional cricketer, born on July 7, 1981, in Ranchi, Bihar (now in Jharkhand). He is widely regarded as one of the greatest captains and finishers in the history of cricket. Dhoni began his professional career with Bihar state team before moving to the Indian National Team in 2004, where he won multiple titles, including the World Cup in 2011 and the inaugural ICC World Twenty20 in 2007.

Dhoni is known for his cool and calm demeanor, strategic acumen, and ability to perform under pressure. He has won numerous individual awards, including the ICC ODI Player of the Year, and holds multiple records such as the most wins as captain in T20Is.

Off the field, Dhoni is also recognized for his philanthropy and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

Bihar and Jharkhand cricket team

• Early Career: Dhoni was born in Ranchi and began his career by playing for the Bihar U-19 team. He made his Ranji Trophy debut for Bihar in 1999-2000 season.

Indian National Cricket Team

• Early Success: Dhoni made his debut for the Indian cricket team in December 2004. He went on to become the captain of the team in 2007, leading India to victory in the inaugural ICC World Twenty20. Under his captaincy, India also won the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy.
• Record-breaking Career: Dhoni holds numerous records including the most wins as captain in T20Is, and the most back-to-back wins by an Indian captain in ODIs. He is also the first, and so far only, captain to win all three ICC trophies.

Chennai Super Kings

• IPL Success: Dhoni has been the captain of the Chennai Super Kings team since the start of the Indian Premier League in 2008. Under his leadership, the team has won the IPL title three times and the Champions League T20 twice.

Retirement

• Later Career: Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket in August 2020, ending an illustrious career that spanned 16 years. However, he continues to play in the IPL for Chennai Super Kings.

Indian National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for India in 2004 against Bangladesh.
• Achievements:
• ICC World Twenty20: Winner in 2007.
• ICC World Cup: Winner in 2011.
• ICC Champions Trophy: Winner in 2013.
• Dhoni is India's most successful captain in limited-overs internationals.

• Position: Wicketkeeper-batsman.
• Skills: Known for his quick stumping, cool and calm demeanor, ability to perform under pressure and his helicopter shot. Dhoni is celebrated for his game strategy and leadership skills.

• Family: Dhoni is married to Sakshi Dhoni. They have a daughter named Ziva.
• Philanthropy: Dhoni is involved in various charitable activities and has donated significant sums to different causes. He is also the co-owner of Chennaiyin FC, a team in the Indian Super League (ISL).

• Ms Dhoni is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his leadership skills, calm demeanor, and ability to perform under pressure. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the pitch, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most wins as captain in T20Is:

• 41 wins

Most back-to-back wins by an Indian captain in ODIs:

• 9 wins

Most successful Indian captain in ODIs and T20Is:

• 110 and 41 wins respectively

First, and so far the only, captain to win all three ICC trophies:

• World Cup, Champions Trophy and the World Twenty20

Books

• Pandey, V. (2016) The Dhoni Touch: Unravelling the Enigma That Is Mahendra Singh Dhoni. London: Penguin Random House.
• Banerjee, S. (2018) Captain Cool: The M.S. Dhoni Story. New Delhi: Westland Sport.

Websites

• ICC: Information about Ms Dhoni’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.icc-cricket.com
• BCCI: Details about Dhoni’s career at the Indian National Team. Available at: https://www.bcci.tv
• Chennai Super Kings: Official site with updates on Dhoni’s performance and records at CSK. Available at: https://www.chennaisuperkings.com

Articles

• ESPNcricinfo: M.S. Dhoni: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.espncricinfo.com/player/mahendra-singh-dhoni-28081
• The Guardian: M.S. Dhoni’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/ms-dhoni

Interviews and Documentaries

• MS Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016): Directed by Neeraj Pandey. This biographical film provides a detailed look at Dhoni’s life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPNcricinfo Interviews: Various interviews and features on M.S. Dhoni, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.espncricinfo.com