Standing in the first slip and observing Mahendra Singh Dhoni's match-reading skills convinced Sachin Tendulkar that he was ready for India captaincy, something he told the BCCI when he was asked for his suggestion back in 2007.
Without the captaincy, can the cricketer keep his place at the endorsement table?
'One of the things I have really learned from him is that if he doesn't do well, he is dropped from the team, it's just two or three days when he is in a lull, and then he is back on his feet, thinking about what to do next.'
Recognition in their own country will be enough for the players who fund their trips for all international tournaments
Mahendra Singh Dhoni is quintessentially a modest man and no wonder he has politely declined to inaugurate the pavilion named after him at the JSCA Stadium, ahead of India's third ODI against Australia.
The last time Team India won an ICC World Cup was in 2011 in India. It was a 50-over ODI format that was won under the astute leadership of Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday.
The former India captain was speaking at a felicitation function organised for CSK for winning the 2021 edition of IPL.
Dhoni remained not out on 42 off 31 balls, having hit the only six in the Indian innings, compared to England's 13.
Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni is set to jointly produce an animated series, titled 'Captain 7'.
Former Australia batter Chappell is of the opinion that coaches need to create environments where players can learn problem-solving and decision-making on their own.
The national selection committee is unlikely to blood any rookie IPL performer during the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas but a couple of tried-and-tested faces might have to brace up for disappointment when the squad is finalised by the end of this month.
'A true match-winner against whom I enjoyed playing against a lot'
The 'helicopter shot' has disappeared, the boundaries are not flowing from his bat and the whisper is now growing louder that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is no more the middle-order finisher.
There are many interesting facts and stats about Dhoni's fabulous career.
One of the most successful captains in the history of Indian cricket, the enigmatic wicketkeeper-batter led India to two world titles -- the 2007 T20 World Cup in South Africa and the 2011 ODI World Cup in India.
Kirsten said it is not improbable if India can figure a way to make things right in the knockout games.
While the move resulted in Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer losing out on their annual BCCI contract, Badrinath lauded the BCCI.
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Dhoni was happy that the IPL has seen the rise of many fast bowlers.
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In view of rising COVID-19 cases, the Jharkhand government on Tuesday announced a lockdown in the state from April 22 to April 29 with some exemptions.
Following the hard-earned four-wicket victory against West Indies on Friday, Mahendra Singh Dhoni became India's most successful captain in One-Day Internationals played away from home.
Rishabh Pant on Tuesday surpassed the iconic Mahendra Singh Dhoni to become the fastest Indian wicket-keeper-batsman to reach the 1,000-run mark in Test cricket during the final Test against Australia at the Gabba on Tuesday, January 19, 2021.
India skipper Virat Kohli on Saturday had said that having Dhoni as the mentor for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup will hold his side in good stead.
Gavaskar also spoke highly of Dhoni's wicket-keeping skills and how they aid skipper Virat Kohli in making field placements.
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Former England cricketer Nasser Hussain showered praise on Kohli.
'India has a genius called Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the team. He is the brain of cricket in the team. He understands the game so well and has experience of leading India in two WC wins. His experience will be vital for captain and coach and he can be their trump card'
Rishabh Pant has played five matches in this year's IPL so far, and he has managed to score 171 runs at an average of 42.75.
Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson compared the leadership styles of Virat Kohli and Mahendra Singh Dhoni, having played under the two players in the IPL.
Legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar says while Mahendra Singh Dhoni's return to the Indian team as a mentor is a big boost for the side but if there are tactical differences between him and head coach Ravi Shastri during the T20 World Cup, it could have an adverse impact as well.
It is not only Dhoni's batting, but also his regular inputs during a game to bowlers and fielders that should work in the veteran's favour when it comes to the 2019 World Cup.
It was on April 2, 2011, when Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led India created history as they outclassed Sri Lanka in the final to claim their second ODI World Cup title, ending a long wait of 28 years.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni's name may be etched in the annals of Mumbai's Wankhede stadium forever.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni's World Cup winning six resides in India's collective consciousness and it was a shot that changed a lot of lives, including that of little-known Solapur athlete Kiran Navgire.
A look at the records set during India's innings against the Netherlands in the ICC World Cup match in Bengaluru on Sunday.
Contracted and domestic Indian players are not allowed to participate in any other T20 leagues except the IPL, and it remains a contentious issue.
Chennai Super Kings are not looking for a "quick fix" to their issues in the batting department and head coach Stephen Fleming is ready to give the likes of Daryl Mitchell time to get settled in top-three after their fourth loss in eight games.
Legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar says two-time World Cup-winning captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's popularity in cricket-crazy India India exceeds that of the great Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.
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