Mahendra Singh Dhoni, fondly known as “Captain Cool” and “Mahi,” is synonymous with Indian cricketing excellence. An iconic figure whose influence transcends the boundaries of the cricket field, he has left an enduring mark in the field of sports, and his journey from a small town in Jharkhand to the zenith of international cricket is a remarkable tale of perseverance, leadership, and firm composure.
As the former captain of the Indian cricket team, M.S. Dhoni’s unbreakable records include the ICC T20 World Cup in 2007, the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011, and the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013. Beyond his cricketing skills, the captain of Chennai Super Kings remains an enigmatic and inspirational figure, representing the aspirations and dreams of countless cricketers in India and around the world.
Unknown facts about M.S. Dhoni
- He worked as a Train Ticket Examiner (TTE) at the Kharagpur Railway Station under the South Eastern Railway in Midnapore.
- He is a football and badminton lover.
- Ranchi Rays owner is the only player in history to win the ICC ODI Player of the Year award in 2008 and 2009.
- After Kapil Dev, M.S. Dhoni is the second player to earn the honorary title of ‘Lieutenant Colonel’ conferred upon him by The Indian Territorial Army.
- MS Dhoni’s bike collection is worth 15 crores. Being a motorbike enthusiast, he has a garage full of exotic & vintage bikes, including a few superbikes. He even co-owns a motorcycle racing team with Telugu film star Akkineni Nagarjuna.
- He met his wife, Sakshi Dhoni, in Kolkata for the first time through his manager at a chance meeting at Taj Bengal.
- His trademark ‘Helicopter Shot’ was taught to him by his former teammate and close friend, Santosh Lal.
M.S. Dhoni – Personal Details
| Full Name | Mahendra Singh Dhoni |
| DOB | July 7, 1981 |
| POB | Rachi, Bihar (Jharkhand), India |
| Education | DAV Jawahar Vidya Mandir, |
| Father | Pan Singh |
| Mother | Devaki Devi |
| Spouse | Sakshi Dhoni |
| Children | 1 daughter – Ziva Singh Dhoni |
| Nationality | Indian |
Achievement and Awards
- National Honors
| 2018 | Padma Bhushan |
| 2009 | Padma Shri |
| 2007 | Major Dhyanchand Khel Ratna award |
- Sporting Honors
| 2006-2014 | ICC World ODI XI |
| 2007 | Inaugural ICC T20 World Cup (Indian Cricket Team) |
| 2008 & 2009 | ICC ODI Player of the Year |
| 2011 | Castrol Indian Cricketer of the Year |
| 2011 | ICC World Cup (Indian Cricket Team) |
| 2011-2020 | ICC Men’s ODI team of the decade (captain and wicketkeeper) |
| 2011-2020 | ICC Men’s T2OI team of the decade (captain and wicketkeeper) |
| 2011-2020 | ICC Spirit of the cricket award of the decade |
| 2013 | ICC Champions Trophy |
- Other Honors and Awards
| 2006 | MTV Youth Icon of the Year |
| 2013 | LG’s People’s Choice Award |
| 2011 | Honorary Doctorate from De Montfort University |
| 2011 | CNN-News 18 Indian of the Year |
M.S. Dhoni’s Career Trajectory
Dhoni’s career trajectory reflects his growth from an aspiring cricketer to an iconic leader in the cricketing world:
– 2004: He debuted in One Day Internationals (ODIs) for India against Bangladesh.
– 2007: He was named captain for the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup, a role he would excel in.
– 2011: As the captain, he led the Indian cricket team to a historic World Cup win.
– 2014: He announced his retirement from Test cricket but continued to lead in ODIs and T20s.
– 2020: He retired from international cricket, marking the end of an illustrious career.
M.S. Dhoni, a former captain of the Indian cricket team, has been awarded the “M.S. Dhoni – Man of the Series” title in ODI matches for India seven times. Hailing from Ranchi, his leadership skills and exemplary performance have left a lasting impact on Indian cricket. His simple yet effective actions defined Dhoni’s journey from a small town to the world stage, setting a standard for aspiring leaders to learn from.
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