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| birth_place  = Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand), India
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| occupation    = Cricketer (Retired), Businessman
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| known_for    = Captaincy, Finishing Ability, Calm Under Pressure
| awards        = Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
| spouse        = Sakshi Dhoni
| children      = Ziva Dhoni
| website      = [https://www.instagram.com/mahi7781 Instagram]
| notable_works = ''M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story'', 2011 World Cup Winning Six
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'''[[Mahendra Singh Dhoni|MS Dhoni]]''' (born 7 July 1981) is an [[India|Indian]] former international [[cricketer]] and one of the most successful captains in the history of the sport. Known for his calm demeanor under pressure—earning the nickname "Captain Cool"—and his finishing ability, Dhoni led India to victories in all three major ICC tournaments ([[2007 ICC T20 World Cup]], [[2011 ICC Cricket World Cup]], and [[2013 ICC Champions Trophy]])<ref name="wiki27">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M.S._Dhoni%3A_The_Untold_Story Wikipedia – MS Dhoni]</ref>. He scored over 17,000 international runs (10,773 in ODIs) and effected 829 dismissals behind the stumps<ref name="news12">[https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com MS Dhoni inducted into ICC Hall of Fame]</ref>. He has been honored with the [[Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna]], [[Padma Shri]], and [[Padma Bhushan]], and was inducted into the '''ICC Cricket Hall of Fame''' in June 2025<ref name="news12"/>.
'''[[Mahendra Singh Dhoni|MS Dhoni]]''' (born 7 July 1981) is an [[India|Indian]] former international [[cricketer]] and one of the most successful captains in the history of the sport. Known for his calm demeanor under pressure—earning the nickname "Captain Cool"—and his finishing ability, Dhoni led India to victories in all three major ICC tournaments ([[2007 ICC T20 World Cup]], [[2011 ICC Cricket World Cup]], and [[2013 ICC Champions Trophy]])<ref name="wiki27">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M.S._Dhoni%3A_The_Untold_Story Wikipedia – MS Dhoni]</ref>. He scored over 17,000 international runs (10,773 in ODIs) and effected 829 dismissals behind the stumps<ref name="news12">[https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com MS Dhoni inducted into ICC Hall of Fame]</ref>. He has been honored with the [[Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna]], [[Padma Shri]], and [[Padma Bhushan]], and was inducted into the '''ICC Cricket Hall of Fame''' in June 2025<ref name="news12"/>.
   
   

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Mahendra Singh Dhoni
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Born 07 July 1981 (age 43)
Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand), India
Nationality Indian
Occupation Cricketer (Retired), Businessman
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
Website Instagram


MS Dhoni (born 7 July 1981) is an Indian former international cricketer and one of the most successful captains in the history of the sport. Known for his calm demeanor under pressure—earning the nickname "Captain Cool"—and his finishing ability, Dhoni led India to victories in all three major ICC tournaments (2007 ICC T20 World Cup, 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, and 2013 ICC Champions Trophy)[1]. He scored over 17,000 international runs (10,773 in ODIs) and effected 829 dismissals behind the stumps[2]. He has been honored with the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, Padma Shri, and Padma Bhushan, and was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in June 2025[2].

Early Life

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was born on 7 July 1981 in a middle-class Rajput family in Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand). His father, Pan Singh, worked at MECON and his mother, Devaki Devi, was a homemaker. Growing up in a small home, Dhoni excelled in sports, initially playing football (as a goalkeeper) and badminton before switching to cricket, joining Commando Cricket Club and later the Central Coal Fields team[3].

Education

Dhoni completed his schooling at DAV Jawahar Vidya Mandir in Shyamali, Ranchi. He briefly enrolled in St. Xavier's College, Ranchi for a B.Com degree but left to focus on cricket[4].

Career

Dhoni worked as a ticket collector at Kharagpur railway station before domestic cricket took off. He debuted for Bihar in first-class cricket in 1999, leading to national U‑19 and ‘A’ team selections[5].

International Debut & Rise

Dhoni debuted in ODIs on 23 December 2004 against Bangladesh and in Tests on 2 December 2005 vs Sri Lanka[6]. His breakthrough innings came in 2005 with a record-breaking 148 vs Pakistan[7].

IPL Career

Dhoni has been captain of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) since the IPL's inception in 2008, leading them to titles in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023. He also won the Champions League Twenty20 twice (2010, 2014)[6][8].

Captaincy

Dhoni became limited-overs captain in 2007 and Test captain in 2008. Under him, India won:

  • 2007 ICC T20 World Cup
  • 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, sealed with his iconic six[7]
  • 2013 ICC Champions Trophy, becoming the first captain to win all three ICC trophies[6][9]

India also reached No.1 in Test rankings in 2009[6]. He retired from Test cricket in December 2014 and from international limited-overs on 15 August 2020[10], but continues to play in the IPL.

Achievements

Records

  • Over 17,000 international runs; 10,773 in ODIs at an average above 50[6]
  • Highest ODI score by a wicket-keeper: 183* vs Sri Lanka[6][12]
  • World record for most ODI stumpings: 123[6][13]
  • Only wicket-keeper to effect 150+ stumpings across formats (total 195)[5][13]

Personal Life

Dhoni married Sakshi Rawat on 4 July 2010; they have a daughter, Ziva Dhoni[4]. He holds an honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army[1]. Business-wise, he's co-owner of Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League and launched his brand SEVEN in 2016[14]. He's also the subject of the film M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)[15].

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Wikipedia – MS Dhoni
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MS Dhoni inducted into ICC Hall of Fame
  3. ↑ GlobalIndian – Early Years
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 CareerIndia – Education
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Sportsmatik – Biography
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 LeverageEdu – Debut
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 CareerIndia – 148 vs Pakistan
  8. ↑ CareerIndia – IPL Achievements
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Career – ICC Trophies
  10. ↑ Dhoni retires
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 MS Dhoni Awards
  12. ↑ JagranJosh – Records
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 First WK stumpings
  14. ↑ Seven brand
  15. ↑ Wikipedia – Biopic
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