News for 'MS Dhoni'

Chahar set for comeback as CSK camp gets underway

Chahar set for comeback as CSK camp gets underway

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

Fan-favourite and team skipper MS Dhoni's arrival is yet to be confirmed.

Stump-hoarding Dhoni eyes more memorabilia at World T20

Stump-hoarding Dhoni eyes more memorabilia at World T20

Rediff.com13 Mar 2016

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has grown a reputation as a notorious hoarder of souvenir stumps and considering India's imperious form going into the World Twenty20, few would be surprised if he adds one more to his formidable collection on April 3.

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.

Watch: Prabhu Deva dances Sachin, Sehwag and Dhoni style!

Watch: Prabhu Deva dances Sachin, Sehwag and Dhoni style!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2013

Prabhu Deva creates signature dance moves based on batting styles of Sachin, Sehwag and Dhoni!

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.

'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.

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.

Chepauk's new avatar: A pacer's paradise

Chepauk's new avatar: A pacer's paradise

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

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.

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.

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.

India's search for finisher like Dhoni stops at Hardik?

India's search for finisher like Dhoni stops at Hardik?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Langer admitted that India were too good for his side with a lot of experienced T20 players in their ranks.

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.

Hard work at the academy has paid off: Rinku Singh

Hard work at the academy has paid off: Rinku Singh

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Rinku Singh, who is enjoying a stunning season, said his hard work at the KKR academy is paying off.

Dhoni should give up India T20 and CSK captaincy: Dravid

Dhoni should give up India T20 and CSK captaincy: Dravid

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

Former India batting great Rahul Dravid believes Mahendra Singh Dhoni is still the best man to lead India in Test cricket but needs to give up the India T20 and Chennai Super Kings captaincies because "it is making him stale".

Want to learn from Dhoni, Bravo at CSK, says England pacer Wood

Want to learn from Dhoni, Bravo at CSK, says England pacer Wood

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

England paceman Mark Wood said he wants to pick the brains of former India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo and emerge as a 'match winner' for Chennai Super Kings during the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League starting next month.

Dhoni backs India's 'inexperienced' bowling attack

Dhoni backs India's 'inexperienced' bowling attack

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

Indian captain MS Dhoni is confident that his inexperienced bowling attack will deliver in the four-Test series against Australia which starts on December 26.

'I am probably scared of bowling to Dhoni'

'I am probably scared of bowling to Dhoni'

Rediff.com13 May 2013

He doesn't have to bowl to Mahendra Singh Dhoni in a match but Chennai Super Kings pacer Ben Laughlin says he is "scared" of bowling to his skipper even in the nets.

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.

'Dhoni is best captain India ever had'

'Dhoni is best captain India ever had'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Raina and Dhoni play for the same IPL franchise -- the Chennai Super Kings.Dhoni is set to be back in action at the IPL, where he will captain the CSK, starting March 23.

'Dhoni still has cricket left in him to represent India for some more years'

'Dhoni still has cricket left in him to represent India for some more years'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has praised the India's limited overs skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, stating that he still has a lot of cricket left in him.

'It will be very hard for Team India to fill up Dhoni's shoes'

'It will be very hard for Team India to fill up Dhoni's shoes'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

Former New Zealand wicketkeeper Ian Smith feels it will be extremely difficult to fill up the void created in Indian cricket once Mahendra Singh Dhoni bids adieu to the game in near future.

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.

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.

It was a complete game for us ahead of final: Dhoni

It was a complete game for us ahead of final: Dhoni

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said his side played a "complete game" to beat Kings XI Punjab and enter the Champions League T20 final.

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.

Dhoni has nothing left to achieve: Anand

Dhoni has nothing left to achieve: Anand

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

India's semi-final exit at the ICC World Cup earlier this year has led to speculations about the veteran stumper's retirement, but he himself has preferred to stay quiet and took a break from cricket to serve his regiment in Territorial Army.

Ex players flay Dhoni over India's T20 debacle

Ex players flay Dhoni over India's T20 debacle

Rediff.com12 May 2010

Former players on Wednesday slammed the Indian cricket team for its humiliating exit from the Twenty20 World Cup, attributing the debacle to skipper MS Dhoni's poor tactics, IPL fatigue and the players' failure to cope with rising deliveries.

Who is your favourite cricket captain of the decade?

Who is your favourite cricket captain of the decade?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

No sooner than the International Cricket Council asked fans to name their favourite captain of the decade, the name of Indian cricketing great Mahendra Singh Dhoni took social media by storm. The cricket fans went all out to back Dhoni, who has won two World Cups -- the World T20 in 2007 and the 50-overs World Cup in 2011, while also leading India to the Champions Trophy title in 2013 and the World No 1 ranking in Test cricket.

Virat Kohli tops celebrity rankings with a brand value of $227.9 million

Virat Kohli tops celebrity rankings with a brand value of $227.9 million

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

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.

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.

Gavaskar lauds Gaikwad's 'debut as a captain'

Gavaskar lauds Gaikwad's 'debut as a captain'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar was mighty impressed with Chennai Super Kings's new captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and lauded him for the way he maneuvered his bowlers during the IPL 2024 opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, in Chennai, on Friday.

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.

Will be surprised if Dhoni leads India in 2019 World Cup: Ganguly

Will be surprised if Dhoni leads India in 2019 World Cup: Ganguly

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Sourav Ganguly says he will be surprised if current limited-overs' skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni leads India in the 2019 World Cup.

With 22 wins, Dhoni becomes India's most successful Test captain

With 22 wins, Dhoni becomes India's most successful Test captain

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is epitome of humility as he surpassed Sourav Ganguly to become most successful Test captain in the history of Indian cricket.

See you at the toss on September 19: Rohit to Dhoni

See you at the toss on September 19: Rohit to Dhoni

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

Rohit Sharma said he is glad that MS Dhoni will continue to play the IPL for at least a couple of years.

Moeen happy to be Dhoni's selective spin weapon

Moeen happy to be Dhoni's selective spin weapon

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Moeen Ali said he has no issues with his spin being used sparingly by captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni after the Chennai Super Kings all-rounder helped his team to victory over Lucknow Super Giants.

Pathirana uses IPL experience to Sri Lanka's advantage

Pathirana uses IPL experience to Sri Lanka's advantage

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

'He is still learning his craft. But he is learning quickly and will be a real handful in years to come.'

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.

When Dhoni ensured Indian flag didn't touch the ground

When Dhoni ensured Indian flag didn't touch the ground

Rediff.com10 Feb 2019

Dhoni's delirious fan, who was holding the tri-colour, breached the security and rushed towards the former Indian captain to touch his feet.

Why Dhoni is India's best ODI captain. Figure it out

Why Dhoni is India's best ODI captain. Figure it out

Rediff.com7 Mar 2015

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.