With defending champions Chennai Super Kings slated to take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL season-opener this year, former batter Abhinav Mukund feels Chepauk is 'no longer a fortress' for the five-time winners.
Two-time World Cup winning captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Saturday inaugurated his first global cricket academy in Dubai.
Former cricketer Sreesanth feels that without the swashbuckling all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, India wouldn't have lifted the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007.
As CSK gears up for the IPL 2024 season opener, attention remains focused on Dhoni's successor.
For someone not used to losing a series, MS Dhoni's first series loss as the India captain was abject surrender.
Virat Kohli termed Mahendra Singh Dhoni the "best finisher in the world" after the India skipper made short work of Bangladesh with a flurry of sixes and boundaries in the final of the Asia Cup in Mirpur.
It was a hit and miss for some but each one of them revelled in the opportunity to showcase their talent.
Dhoni is all smiles as he watches Sushant play with Ziva in the throwback photo.
Following his side's four-wicket win over England in the first ODI, West Indies captain Shai Hope revealed that he had a chat with MS Dhoni about spending time at the crease for a longer periods, which has inspired him in run-chases over the years.
Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming addressed succession plans for MS Dhoni's captaincy, revealing that they had plans in place for about 10 years.
'It is not easy coming into the team as captain and having so many senior players. He managed them really well'
Recalling his interaction with Dhoni, Rinku revealed the valuable advice he received: 'Focus on the ball, stay calm, and react accordingly.'
'There is only one thing common between Dhoni and me: We take our work seriously, not ourselves.'
The new red-soil pitch at Chepauk perfectly aligned with Indian team's vision to give more practice to their pacers ahead of the all-important tour to Australia.
Following his official announcement as CSK's skipper, Gaikwad admitted that Dhoni had given him a subtle hint about a change in the team's leadership last season.
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'When I came to bat, I wanted to implement what I have learnt from MS Dhoni about finishing games. I keep speaking to Mahi bhai. He tells me about how to tackle different situations.'
Chennai Super Kings batter Sameer Rizvi credited Mahendra Singh Dhoni for his small but quick and impactful knock in his first IPL match, saying the talismanic former India skipper advised him to play his natural game when he went out to bat against Gujarat Giants.
Fleming clarified that appointing Ruturaj as skipper is a long-term call and not a makeshift decision by the five-time winners.
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Dhoni is leaving 'captaincy' but not for once relinquishing 'leadership' role.
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WV Raman backed the selection of four spinners in India's T20 World Cup squad
It's IPL season again and that means Thala's back in action! Fans wait all year to see Mahendra Singh Dhoni back doing what he does best.
Dhoni's new look has sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans.
The objective of this initiative is to bring structured cricket coaching to all the aspiring cricketers.
Yuvraj Singh's father Yograj Singh has launched another scathing attack at India's captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The former India cricketer has slammed Dhoni for underbowling his son and also shuffling him in the batting order. "I have played under the greatest captain - Ashok Mankad - so I know what is going around. After not playing international cricket for two years and then making a comeback is fantastic - hats off to him. The captain expects him to perform and then suddenly drops him to No 7 (against Bangladesh).
Lauding legendary Indian wicketkeeper-batter Mahendra Singh Dhoni for having made cricket number one sports and inspiring many to play it, Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Friday is hopeful of many players eager to surpass former skipper 'Thala' records in the sport.
As much as Faf du Plessis finds MS Dhoni's leadership inspirational but when he leads Johannesburg Super Kings in the upcoming SA20, he will go about the job in his own way, with an eye on wearing the Proteas jersey in the T20 World Cup in June.
Anil Kumble arrived in Lucknow on Sunday for the 'Pran Prathishta' ceremony
MS Dhoni steps aside, handing the Chennai Super Kings captaincy reins to young opener Ruturaj Gaikwad
Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav opened up on his favourite IPL team when the tournament started, saying that he was a big fan of five-time champions Chennai Super Kings.
The former India batter further added that the 42-year-old will tell every other player subtly and that's what they expect from the skipper.
All eyes will be on star India batter Virat Kohli, who is perhaps battling the biggest form crisis of his career.
Cricketer Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top position in brand value, now reaching $227.9 million, surpassing Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, who holds the second spot with $203.1 million, according to Kroll's 'Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2023: Brands, Business, Bollywood'. The report ranks India's most influential celebrity brands by assessing their brand values derived from endorsements and social media presence.
IMAGES from Day 3 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh, played in Chennai, on Saturday.
Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan said he is 'very, very hopeful' of former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni participating in IPL 2025 as a player.
The last time the two teams faced off in Lucknow last week, KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock put up a record opening partnership
Matthew Hayden believes this season will be very special as MS Dhoni will potentially be playing his last IPL season.
Saba Karim reveals when he first saw MS Dhoni's brilliance while playing for Bihar
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