MS Dhoni, who has not played since the World Cup semi-final loss to New Zealand in July, will be making his highly awaited comeback in the IPL beginning March 29. The national selection committee has not changed the panel's stance on Dhoni, who will 'have to perform' in the upcoming Indian Premier League to be considered for T20 World Cup selection.
Could the Chennai Test against Bangladesh this week be Ravichandran Ashwin's last Test in front of his home fans?
CSK shared a video compilation of the players, dedicating a special birthday wish for Dhoni.
Dhoni took up organic farming last July during the lockdown and his efforts have borne fruit.
He went on to score 9 more ODI centuries, his highest being 183 not out against Sri Lanka.
More was pleased to see the development of Kishan as a genuine wicket-keeper batter.
Yash Dayal had the haunting memory of Rinku Singh's five consecutive sixes last year when Mahendra Singh Dhoni lofted his full-toss over the Chinnaswamy stadium roof in Saturday's crucial IPL match in Bengaluru.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni knows how to pace his innings according to varied match situations which still makes him an asset for India
'Even if you relieve captaincy but you are at your best, this is what we want'
We don't know if this means that Dhoni is exploring a post-cricket career, but the cricket legend has apparently taken up farming.
Budding cricketers are not the only ones getting inspired by Mahendra Singh Dhoni's iconic helicopter shot as it has now become the inspiration for artisanal chocolates launched on Tuesday by food and beverage start-up 7InkBrews, where the former India captain is also a shareholder.
India should appoint a full-time coach before the burden of leadership begins to affect new captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, several former players said.
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Rajneesh Gupta presents all the numbers on the ceicketing legend.
Langer admitted that India were too good for his side with a lot of experienced T20 players in their ranks.
'When the big moment comes, our physical preparation is there, but mentally we need to make those decisions'
Former India opener Gautam Gambhir feels one shouldn't compare Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Eoin Morgan despite the two players having a similar record with the bat in the ongoing 14th edition of the Indian Premier League.
Dhoni's much-vaunted finishing skills are under scrutiny but Rohit said the former captain has it in him to continue being useful with the bat.
Images from India's World Cup warm-up match against Bangladesh, in Cardiff, on Tuesday.
'At such a young age, he has already played some of the most incredible knock so in the coming 8-10 years, I feel he'll be more mature.'
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Dube got in thanks to more game time for Chennai Super Kings during the first 10 games of the league.
RCB skipper Faf du Plessis was a key member of the Dhoni-led four-time IPL champions since 2012.
Dhoni is yet to come up with match-wining knock and his ability as a finisher has came under the scanner.
Former pace bowler Ajit Agarkar said that the biggest challenge for new India captain Rohit Sharma will be to maintain his fitness and play every game till next year's ODI World Cup.
Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni made it amply clear that he will wear his favourite yellow jersey for at least one more season and the 'Whistle Podu' army will certainly see him playing his "farewell game" at their beloved Chepauk.
Virat Kohli surpassed Mahendra Singh Dhoni's record of winning maximum number of Test matches as captain on home soil after leading the side to a 10-wicket victory over England in the day-night third Test in Motera.
Faf du Plessis has spent considerable time with Dhoni after joining the Indian Premier league (IPL) side in 2011 and has been an integral part of its successful journey.
The objective of this initiative is to bring structured cricket coaching to all the aspiring cricketers.
WV Raman backed the selection of four spinners in India's T20 World Cup squad
Under Dhoni's leadership, CSK has registered a record 121 wins in 204 matches in the IPL.
'I want to own the No 6 and 7 position.'
'One record which is going to stay forever is M S Dhoni's three ICC trophies. I don't think any other captain would ever be able to achieve that!
Dhoni had led India to the title victory at the inaugural T20 World Cup played in South Africa in 2007.
Agarkar said that the IPL had become a huge platform to spot talent but what mattered most was a strong temperament, which would set them apart from the rest.
From World Cup titles to personal highs to heartbreaks, Virat Kohli witnesses it all at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium
The 51-year-old Dravid's tenure as Head Coach ended with this T20 World Cup triumph. Dravid was appointed India coach in 2021.
Prime Minister Narendra D Modi on Saturday blessed the newly wed couple Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant after their wedding that was attended by global celebrities, business tycoons and politicians.
Virender Sehwag recalls moments when Mahendra Singh Dhoni was at the receiving end of Rahul Dravid's angry outburst
'India have chased so well in the past with Dhoni in the team and they have never been afraid to win the toss'
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