Mahendra Singh Dhoni: News

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a former Indian international cricket player. He served as the captain of the Indian national cricket team in Test cricket from 2008-2014 and in limited-overs formats from 2007-2017. As of 2021, Dhoni serves as the captain of the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. He played first-class cricket on the domestic level for Jharkhand. Dhoni has played 90 Tests and 350 ODIs in his cricket career. The right-handed former batsman is the only captain in cricket history to win all the ICC trophies. India won the ICC World Twenty20 in 2007 and the Asia Cups in 2010 and 2016 under his captaincy. He also led India in their ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 campaign which the men in blue won and also the ICC Champions Trophy 2013. He is one of the few cricketers to score over 10,000 runs in ODI matches. He is considered to be one of the greatest captains in the history of cricket. Dhoni is the recipient of numerous accolades including the Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, and Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award. He bid farewell to international cricket on August 15, 2020.

IPL 2024: Decoding the best playing XI for CSK

Five-time winners Chennai Super Kings will head into the 2024 he Indian Premier League (IPL) as defending champions.

17 Mar 2024

Virat Kohli

List of milestones Virat Kohli can accomplish in IPL 2024

Virat Kohli will be critical to Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) bid to win their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2024.

IPL 2023 recap: Dhoni powered CSK to their fifth title 

Defending champions Chennai Super Kings will fight for their sixth title in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL), starting on March 22.

A look at unique batting records in IPL

The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) edition is around the corner.

IPL 2024: Rating the captains of all 10 teams

The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season will get underway on March 22 with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore clashing in the opener.

15 Feb 2024

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma hammers his third Test century against England

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma scored a brilliant ton on Day 1 of the ongoing third Test against England in Rajkot.

17 Jan 2024

Delhi High Court

Defamation suit filed against Dhoni by ex-business partners: Explained

Former business partners of Indian cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni have filed a defamation case against him in the Delhi High Court.

A look at India's momentous Test wins in South Africa

India beat South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town, to level the two-match series 1-1.

5 reasons why CSK will win the IPL 2024 title

Five-time winners Chennai Super Kings will head into the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) as defending champions.

26 Dec 2023

NewsBytes Exclusive

#NewsBytesExclusive: Meet martial artist world-record holder Chinmay Sharma

Chinmay Sharma is a martial artist from Delhi who has made India proud at the highest level.

IPL 2024 auction: CSK make Daryl Mitchell their marquee signing

Chennai Super Kings made quite a few statements with some of their additions in the Indian Premier League 2024 auction.

15 Dec 2023

Indian Cricket Team

BCCI retires MS Dhoni's number seven jersey: Report

As per the latest developments, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in India has retired MS Dhoni's iconic number seven jersey.

Chennai Super Kings release Stokes, Pretorius among other players: Analysis

Chennai Super Kings won the Indian Premier League last season and have held on to their core ahead of the upcoming auction on December 19.

24 Nov 2023

Indian Cricket Team

Decoding Team India's highest successful chases in T20Is

Team India scripted history on November 23 as they registered their highest successful T20I run-chase.

16 Nov 2023

Babar Azam

Babar Azam resigns as Pakistan's all-format captain: Decoding his stats

Babar Azam has resigned as Pakistan's captain across formats following the team's poor run in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.

13 Nov 2023

Indian Cricket Team

Breaking down India's highest run-scorers in ODI cricket

Rohit Sharma played a brilliant knock against Netherlands in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup clash in Bengaluru.

12 Nov 2023

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma completes 100 half-centuries in international cricket: Key stats

The in-form Rohit Sharma has accomplished yet another milestone as he has become the sixth Indian to complete 100 half-centuries in international cricket.

29 Oct 2023

KL Rahul

ICC Cricket World Cup: KL Rahul completes 2,500 ODI runs

The in-form KL Rahul has reached yet another milestone as he has completed 2,500 runs in ODIs.

22 Oct 2023

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma completes 50 ODI sixes in 2023: Key stats

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has accomplished yet another milestone as he has become the third batter to complete 50 ODI sixes in a calendar year.

20 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli: Decoding his best ODI knocks versus Bangladesh

India's batting talisman Virat Kohli smashed his 48th ODI century on Thursday.

20 Oct 2023

Rohit Sharma

Breaking down Rohit Sharma's sixes in ODI cricket: Key stats

Rohit Sharma has been on a roll in the ongoing 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup as he has shattered many records in terms of sixes.

16 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli

How has Virat Kohli fared in ODIs after turning 30?

Hosts India have made a stunning start to their 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign with thumping victories in their first three games.

14 Oct 2023

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma becomes third batter to smash 300 ODI sixes

Another day and another massive milestone for Rohit Sharma as the Indian skipper has become the third batter to complete 300 sixes in ODI cricket.

11 Oct 2023

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma becomes batter with most sixes in international cricket

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has scripted history by becoming the batter with the most sixes in international cricket.

09 Oct 2023

KL Rahul

Decoding KL Rahul's sensational ODI stats against Australia

KL Rahul was at his best against Australia in India's 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup opener at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.

08 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli breaks MS Dhoni's ODI record at the Chepauk

Indian talisman Virat Kohli played a superb 85-run knock to help his side beat Australia by six wickets in match number 5 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Sunday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk).

06 Oct 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Revisiting iconic World Cup matches between India and Australia

India will kick-start their 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign against none other than their bitter rivals Australia.

06 Oct 2023

JioMart

JioMart ropes in MS Dhoni as its brand ambassador

Reliance Retail has announced that they have appointed former Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the brand ambassador of JioMart.

05 Oct 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Decoding the best match-winning knocks in ICC World Cup finals

Over the years, the ICC Cricket World Cup has witnessed several match-winning knocks that took the fraternity by storm.

01 Oct 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

5 milestones Rohit Sharma can accomplish in World Cup 2023

Hosts India will fight for their third title in the 2023 edition of the ICC Cricket World Cup.

17 Sep 2023

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma ninth Indian to complete 250 ODIs: Decoding stats

Rohit Sharma has accomplished a major milestone as he has completed 250 ODI appearances for India.

01 Sep 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli: Decoding his ODI stats versus Pakistan

Eyes will be on Virat Kohli as India take on arch-nemesis Pakistan in their 2023 Asia Cup opener.

17 Aug 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

ICC Cricket World Cup: Top 5 captains (win percentage)

One Day Internationals are ruling the international calendar this year, with the ICC Cricket World Cup months away. India will host the iconic tournament, starting October 5.

12 Aug 2023

Mushfiqur Rahim

Mushfiqur Rahim can get these feats in Asia Cup

Bangladesh will fight for their maiden Asia Cup title in the 2023 edition of the continental tournament, which will get underway on August 30.

10 Aug 2023

Virat Kohli

5 milestones Virat Kohli can accomplish in 2023 Asia Cup

The 2023 edition of the Asia Cup, which will be played in the ODI format, will get underway on August 30.

04 Aug 2023

Asia Cup

Decoding the best spells in Asia Cup

The 2023 edition of the Asia Cup will get underway on August 30 with a total of six teams taking part.

04 Aug 2023

Virat Kohli

Revisiting Virat Kohli's best knocks in Asia Cup

Team India will fight for their eighth Asia Cup title in the 2023 edition of the continental tournament, starting on August 30.

03 Aug 2023

Asia Cup

Asia Cup: Presenting the notable records (ODI edition)

The 2023 Asia Cup edition is set to commence on August 30.

18 Jul 2023

Ranchi

Dhoni's jaw-dropping bike collection boasts 100+ beauties

MS Dhoni is undoubtedly one of the finest cricketers the world has ever seen, but he's much more than that - he's a true motorbike enthusiast!

11 Jul 2023

Chennai

#LGMTrailer launch: Exploring MS Dhoni's unwavering bond with Tamil Nadu

Legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni has wholeheartedly embraced Chennai, receiving unconditional love and support in return.

08 Jul 2023

Mushfiqur Rahim

Mushfiqur Rahim becomes first Bangladesh player to complete 250 ODIs

Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim has scripted yet another milestone as he has become the first Bangladesh player to appear in 250 ODI matches.

07 Jul 2023

Fitness and Health

Happy birthday, MS Dhoni! Revealing the cricket icon's fitness regime

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a legendary figure in Indian cricket, needs no introduction. Revered by fans worldwide, Dhoni's star power transcends borders.

26 Jun 2023

Lifestyle

Candy Crush gets 3 million downloads after Dhoni's viral video

Legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni was recently onboard an Indigo flight, the video of which quickly got viral after an air hostess offered him chocolates.

Days after winning IPL 2023, MS Dhoni undergoes knee surgery 

In a major development, former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has undergone surgery on his left knee.

MS Dhoni spotted reading Bhagavad Gita ahead of knee surgery

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is one of the best cricketers in the world and the ex-Indian skipper is known for his leadership skills. As he is currently basking in the glory of Chennai Super Kings's fifth IPL triumph, he was recently spotted in Mumbai reading Bhagavad Gita ahead of a knee surgery.

01 Jun 2023

Cricket News

MS Dhoni to take medical advice for knee injury: Details

Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni will seek medical advice from sports orthopedics in Mumbai to tackle his dodgy-left knee issues.

31 May 2023

Matheesha Pathirana

Matheesha Pathirana becomes the youngest overseas player to win IPL

Sri Lanka's Matheesha Pathirana has officially become the youngest foreign player to win the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Interesting numbers from CSK's title-winning IPL 2023 campaign

MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won a record-breaking fifth Indian Premier League (IPL) title on Monday after defeating Gujarat Titans in the final.

Faf du Plessis smashed the most sixes in IPL 2023

The 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) season is hailed by many people as the best season ever in the competition's history mainly because of the close finishes and the number of sixes struck by the batters.

MS Dhoni shrugs off retirement, promises to return next season 

After two grueling months of action, Chennai Super Kings have won the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) title.

CSK crowned champions of IPL 2023, win record-equaling fifth title

Chennai Super Kings have been crowned champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023.

MS Dhoni becomes first player to complete 250 IPL matches

MS Dhoni has added another feather to his already illustrious hat as he has completed 250 matches in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has become the first player to get this feat.

IPL 2023 final, CSK vs GT: Dhoni elects to field

The high-profile final of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) will see the battle between defending champions Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

IPL 2023: Will rain hinder CSK vs GT final again? 

Relentless rain at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium abandoned the high-voltage Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 final between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans on Sunday (May 28).

IPL 2023: What if the reserve day gets washed out?

The high-voltage Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 final between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans has been moved to the reserve day.

IPL 2023 Final Preview: GT face CSK challenge at home

The high-profile final of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) will see the battle between defending champions Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings.