News for 'MS Dhoni of India'

Irfan's tweet after Dhoni's poor show causes stir

Irfan's tweet after Dhoni's poor show causes stir

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

Irfan Pathan in his tweet cited that 'age is just a number' for some, while for some others it is time to retire.

PIX: Dhoni hosts die-hard fan for special lunch

PIX: Dhoni hosts die-hard fan for special lunch

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

Sudhir Gautam is the most visible supporter of the Indian team.

Jadeja is ready to lead CSK if Dhoni takes a break, says Gavaskar

Jadeja is ready to lead CSK if Dhoni takes a break, says Gavaskar

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar believes Ravindra Jadeja will be ready to take over the mantle of Chennai Super Kings' captaincy if the Mahendra Singh Dhoni decides to take a game or two off in IPL 2022.

Kohli's UNBELIEVABLE Numbers!

Kohli's UNBELIEVABLE Numbers!

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Between 2014 and 2019, he scored 21 centuries in just 55 Tests. Among these were seven double centuries, the most by an Indian in Test cricket. Remarkably, six of those double tons came within a span of just 22 Tests.

SEE: Rachin Ravindra's CSK Debut Sparks Excitement!

SEE: Rachin Ravindra's CSK Debut Sparks Excitement!

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Rachin Ravindra was thrilled after being bought by the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for Rs 1.80 crore

I would like to improve my performances overseas, says Dhoni

I would like to improve my performances overseas, says Dhoni

Rediff.com12 Jan 2014

India skipper MS Dhoni reckons he needs to improve his performances in away Test matches, reports Harish Kotian.

Top 5 Moments in India-Australia T20 History

Top 5 Moments in India-Australia T20 History

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

Let's delve into India's T20I track record against Australia

39 facts you must know about Dhoni

39 facts you must know about Dhoni

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

There are many interesting facts and stats about Dhoni's fabulous career.

Here's what made Dhoni special...

Here's what made Dhoni special...

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Former Zimbabwe cricket captain Tatenda Taibu feels that Mahendra Singh Dhoni's mental toughness separated him from his contemporaries.

At 30, Dhoni has delivered! Wish him

At 30, Dhoni has delivered! Wish him

Rediff.com7 Jul 2011

A composed mind probably defines Mahendra Singh Dhoni's success the best and sums up his impressive record, says Senior Associate Editor Bikash Mohapatra.

Shastri lauds Rohit as a batting and captaincy maestro

Shastri lauds Rohit as a batting and captaincy maestro

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Rohit has overtaken former skipper Dhoni as the most successful T20I captain with 49 wins in 62 matches.

Dhoni's daughter Ziva grabs attention at Ranchi airport

Dhoni's daughter Ziva grabs attention at Ranchi airport

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was spotted at Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport with his daughter, Zeva, strapped onto his shoulder in a baby carrier.

Dhoni arguably the greatest captain ever: Pietersen

Dhoni arguably the greatest captain ever: Pietersen

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen says two-time World Cup-winning skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni is arguably the greatest captain ever. India tasted huge success under Dhoni, winning the 2007 World T20 and the 2011 World Cup at home.

Kohli, Ashwin, Mithali in fray for ICC Player of the Decade

Kohli, Ashwin, Mithali in fray for ICC Player of the Decade

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

For ICC Women's Player of the Decade, Ellyse Perry (Australia), Meg Lanning (Australia), Suzie Bates (New Zealand), Stafanie Taylor (West Indies), Mithali Raj (India), Sarah Taylor (England) have been nominated.

How Tendulkar played a role in Dhoni becoming India captain

How Tendulkar played a role in Dhoni becoming India captain

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

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.

Manchester United fan Dhoni urges sports lovers to 'Join the Game'

Manchester United fan Dhoni urges sports lovers to 'Join the Game'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

Taking into consideration his interest in soccer, Dhoni will be seen promoting the English Premier League (EPL) in India. Dhoni has been roped in by STAR Sports for a promotional campaign -- 'Join the Game' -- that will start early next week.

Vijay Hazare: Srijith's150 eclipses Shreyas' ton as Karnataka win

Vijay Hazare: Srijith's150 eclipses Shreyas' ton as Karnataka win

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya will not be available for the league stage matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy because of personal reasons, but he will join Baroda if they progress to the knockouts.

Dhoni's biggest strength is...

Dhoni's biggest strength is...

Rediff.com14 May 2020

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.

Why success at Champions Trophy is important for Dhoni

Why success at Champions Trophy is important for Dhoni

Rediff.com13 Mar 2017

The Champions Trophy, to be held in three months' time, would decide the fate of India's most successful cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, his childhood coach Keshav Banerjee believes.

Saha RETIRES! Signs off after 28 glorious years

Saha RETIRES! Signs off after 28 glorious years

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha retires from all forms of cricket

Spotted: Dhoni enjoys quiet dinner at New York restaurant

Spotted: Dhoni enjoys quiet dinner at New York restaurant

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

India captain MS Dhoni and his wife were spotted at Indian restaurant, Mint in New York on Tuesday.

Keychain charm brings Olympic luck for Swapnil

Keychain charm brings Olympic luck for Swapnil

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Swapnil Kusale isn't really superstitious but when fellow mates Akhil Sheoran and Shriyanka Sadangi gifted him a small key chain to ward off evil eye, he readily accepted it

Dhoni hurt during a practice session in Perth

Dhoni hurt during a practice session in Perth

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

Skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni was hurt while batting in the nets at the WACA ahead of India's cricket World Cup league match against the United Arab Emirates on Saturday.

Jadeja's absence will affect team balance: Dhoni

Jadeja's absence will affect team balance: Dhoni

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

Ravindra Jadeja has been India's No 1 all-rounder over the last 18 months. He had perfectly solved the fifth bowler conundrum that the team had faced for a long time. But with him being sidelined with a shoulder strain, from the 1st Test vs the Windies, India captain MS Dhoni's headaches over team composition have only just begun.

In-form Ashwin vindicates Dhoni's decision

In-form Ashwin vindicates Dhoni's decision

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

R Ashwin is in line for another player of the series award, says Bikash Mohapatra. After the first two Tests against Australia, has already a tally of 18 wickets, four more than he finished with against England.

'It will be tough to imagine an IPL without Dhoni'

'It will be tough to imagine an IPL without Dhoni'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has admitted that "it will be tough" to imagine an Indian Premier League edition without Mahendra Singh Dhoni after the Supreme Court appointed Justice Lodha Committee decided to suspend Chennai Super Kings for two years.

Meet IPL's 'ultimate wicket-taking machine'

Meet IPL's 'ultimate wicket-taking machine'

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Shami is the leading wicket taker in the IPL with 17 scalps from nine games.

Will our curators heed Dhoni's call for turning wickets?

Will our curators heed Dhoni's call for turning wickets?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2012

After the first Test against England at Motera, M S Dhoni was categorical about the kind of wickets he would like to see in the remaining matches of the series. It won't be a surprise, says Bikash Mohapatra, if the curators appease him with rank turners.

Dhoni named in 15-member defence ministry panel on NCC

Dhoni named in 15-member defence ministry panel on NCC

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Cricket icon Mahendra Singh Dhoni and industrialist Anand Mahindra were on Thursday named in a 15-member panel constituted by the defence ministry to carry out a comprehensive review of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) in order to make it more relevant.

Fit-again Dhoni to play final ODI vs Kiwis

Fit-again Dhoni to play final ODI vs Kiwis

Rediff.com2 Feb 2019

India's most experienced ODI player was out of the last two games with a hamstring injury.

Did COVID-19 play a role in Dhoni's retirement?

Did COVID-19 play a role in Dhoni's retirement?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

There were speculations regarding Dhoni's participation in this year's T20 World Cup in Australia, which was postponed to 2022 due to the global health crisis.

How Dhoni's runs came in the tri-series final

How Dhoni's runs came in the tri-series final

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

India captain M S Dhoni's wagon-wheel in the tri-series final against Sri Lanka.

'I'll do whatever it takes to win for Punjab'

'I'll do whatever it takes to win for Punjab'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh is preparing for the upcoming IPL season with a focus on countering the 'familiarity factor' and improving his game.

COVID-19 scare: Dhoni leaves Chennai after IPL's suspension

COVID-19 scare: Dhoni leaves Chennai after IPL's suspension

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

Dhoni, who had arrived in Chennai for CSK's preparatory camp early this month, left the base in front of his cheering fans.

India's batters light up Diwali in record-spree

India's batters light up Diwali in record-spree

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

A look at the records set during India's innings against the Netherlands in the ICC World Cup match in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Dhoni captain but no place for Kohli in Wisden's all-time India XI

Dhoni captain but no place for Kohli in Wisden's all-time India XI

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been named the captain of the all-time India Test XI chosen by cricket magazine Wisden. The celebrated team has been picked ahead of India's 500th Test which will be played against New Zealand in Kanpur from Thursday. The openers in the side are Sunil Gavaskar and Virender Sehwag, followed by Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, all-rounder Kapil Dev and Dhoni the wicket-keeper batsman.

Dhoni joins Army troops in militancy-infested Kashmir

Dhoni joins Army troops in militancy-infested Kashmir

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Dhoni's two-week stint with his unit was approved by the Army headquarters last week on his request.

Kuldeep recalls the moment Dhoni lost his cool

Kuldeep recalls the moment Dhoni lost his cool

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Kuldeep Yadav got a verbal lashing from MS Dhoni for not adhering to his instructions while bowling during an ODI against Sri Lanka in 2017. So scared was the UP spinner that he went upto Dhoni in the team bus to apologise and asked if he had ever lost his composure like this in the past.

No need to press the panic button, says Dhoni

No need to press the panic button, says Dhoni

Rediff.com17 Aug 2011

India's captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni says putting runs on the board is the only way to put pressure on the English batsmen in the fourth Test.

Faf feels 'lucky' to play under Dhoni's captaincy

Faf feels 'lucky' to play under Dhoni's captaincy

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

RCB skipper Faf du Plessis was a key member of the Dhoni-led four-time IPL champions since 2012.