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PHOTOS: Devaki, Saroj, Sujata in India's playing XI in Vizag

PHOTOS: Devaki, Saroj, Sujata in India's playing XI in Vizag

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

It was an interesting sight in Visakhapatnam on Saturday as the Indian cricket team turned out for the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand with jerseys sporting their mother's names.

'Dhoni's calling card was composure under pressure'

'Dhoni's calling card was composure under pressure'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

Former India batsman VVS Laxman on Tuesday heaped praise on Mahendra Singh Dhoni, saying the ex-India captain's calling card has always been his composure in tight situations. Laxman shared a photo of Dhoni as part of his initiative of paying tribute to his team-mates, who influenced him immensely during his playing days.

'Dhoni is the hero of the country'

'Dhoni is the hero of the country'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

India's new record-holder wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant has described Mahendra Singh Dhoni as 'the hero of the country' and said the former skipper taught him to be patient and handle pressure situations.

Laxman, Dhoni save India the blushes

Laxman, Dhoni save India the blushes

Rediff.com23 Nov 2007

VVS Laxman and Mahendra Singh Dhoni struck up a 115-run partnership to help India recover from 93 for 5 to 228 for 6 at close on Day 2 of the second Test.

Dhoni hands over CSK captaincy to Jadeja

Dhoni hands over CSK captaincy to Jadeja

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Mahendra Singh Dhoni handed over the Chennai Super Kings' captaincy to Ravindra Jadeja ahead of IPL 2022.

Depleted bowling did India in: Dhoni

Depleted bowling did India in: Dhoni

Rediff.com8 Feb 2009

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Sunday blamed lack of bowling resources for their defeat to Sri Lanka in the fifth and final international in Colombo, which halted their stupendous nine-match winning run. India had rested key players such as pacer Zaheer Khan, spinner Pragyan Ojha and batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar but Dhoni said it was crucial to try out youngsters with the series already in their pocket.

Defamation plea not maintainable: Dhoni tells court

Defamation plea not maintainable: Dhoni tells court

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Recently, Dhoni filed a criminal case against Diwakar and Das claiming they have allegedly duped him of around Rs 16 crore by not honouring a contract to establish cricket academies, according to his lawyer.

'No ego problem, Kohli can learn a lot from Dhoni'

'No ego problem, Kohli can learn a lot from Dhoni'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

Former Indian wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani on Friday said the change of guard in the Indian cricket team, as Virat Kohli takes over the captaincy in limited overs format after Mahendra Singh Dhoni stepped down as skipper, reflects no ego problem in the team and added the newly appointed captain can learn a lot from 'captain cool's' experience in handling pressure situations. "There is no ego problems in the team . This will only be a big boon for Virat Kohli, as he can learn a lot from Dhoni's captaincy and decisions which he has taken in the crisis," he said.

Mr and Mrs Dhoni and their love for dogs

Mr and Mrs Dhoni and their love for dogs

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

It's not just Dhoni but his wife, Sakshi, is also an animal lover.

Who's the best IPL captain? Rohit or Dhoni?

Who's the best IPL captain? Rohit or Dhoni?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Former India opener Virender Sehwag said Rohit Sharma is a more successful IPL captain than Mahendra Singh Dhoni because of the number of trophies Mumbai Indians has won in the last 15 years.

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Dinesh Karthik may have spent his career in M S Dhoni's shadow, but his contributions to Indian cricket, especially in the IPL, deserve a legacy all his own, asserts Sudhir Bisht.

Should Kohli replace Dhoni as India's Test captain?

Should Kohli replace Dhoni as India's Test captain?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell does not find Mahendra Singh Dhoni good enough to be India's Test captain any more and said it is time to hand over the reins of the team to Virat Kohli.

Chill like Dhoni and Kohli at the airport!

Chill like Dhoni and Kohli at the airport!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

No problem for the Men in Blue. They know how to preserve their energy and RELAX.

Dhoni has not told us anything about retirement: Kohli

Dhoni has not told us anything about retirement: Kohli

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

It was unacceptable that 45 minutes of bad cricket resulted in India's shock exit from the World Cup, lamented captain Virat Kohli after his team suffered a heart-breaking semi-final defeat against New Zealand.

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni led India to World Cup glory at home

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni led India to World Cup glory at home

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

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.

VIDEO: Meet Ziva Dhoni's bugs bunny

VIDEO: Meet Ziva Dhoni's bugs bunny

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Dhoni posted a video where he was seen playing with daughter Ziva Dhoni.

Fletcher will lead India into World Cup: Dhoni

Fletcher will lead India into World Cup: Dhoni

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

Ending speculation about coach Duncan Fletcher's role in the five one-dayers against England, Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said that the Zimbabwean will stay as "boss" of the team until the 2015 World Cup.

Dhoni's five best knocks in India's winning chases

Dhoni's five best knocks in India's winning chases

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

Rajneesh Gupta presents India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's top five innings in India's successful run chases.

Dhoni's bonding with his daughter and it's melting hearts on social media

Dhoni's bonding with his daughter and it's melting hearts on social media

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

Along with making headlines about his upcoming biopic, India's limited-overs captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni is winning millions of hearts on social media with a cutesy picture of him and his adorable daughter, Ziva.

Rishabh Pant celebrates Christmas with Dhoni

Rishabh Pant celebrates Christmas with Dhoni

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Pant shared a picture with Dhoni along with his two other friends.

Cheeka slams CSK: 'Why not try Prithvi Shaw?'

Cheeka slams CSK: 'Why not try Prithvi Shaw?'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth launched a scathing tirade on struggling Chennai Super Kings following their fifth consecutive defeat in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League.

Raina, Dhoni power India to 374

Raina, Dhoni power India to 374

Rediff.com25 Jun 2008

Suresh Raina notched his maiden one-day century and skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni his fourth as India sent minnows Hong Kong on a leather hunt, scoring a massive 374 for four in their Group B match of the Asia Cup in Karachi on Wednesday. Raina spearheaded the batting blitz with a scintillating 109-run knock and teamed with Dhoni (unbeaten 109) to put on 166 from 123 balls, which saw India set the highest total in Asia Cup history.

WATCH: Kohli's sarcastic reply to journalist on Dhoni's future

WATCH: Kohli's sarcastic reply to journalist on Dhoni's future

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

Kohli jokingly told journalists to come to the change room and say 'hello' to the former skipper.

Two Legends. One Memorable Moment.

Two Legends. One Memorable Moment.

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

'When @msdhoni & @henrygayle caught up.'

Dhoni and India on the cusp of record treble

Dhoni and India on the cusp of record treble

Rediff.com6 Apr 2014

After sealing victory in the 2011 50-over World Cup final in Mumbai, Dhoni led India to Champions Trophy glory in England two years later. They now stand just one match away from becoming the first country to hold three major limited-overs titles at the same time.

Dhoni, Karthik guide India to victory

Dhoni, Karthik guide India to victory

Rediff.com10 May 2007

India beat Bangladesh by five wickets in the first of the three ODIs.

Dhoni was a more natural wicketkeeper compared to others, says Saha

Dhoni was a more natural wicketkeeper compared to others, says Saha

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

India Test wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha said that Mahendra Singh Dhoni was more natural with the wicketkeeping gloves as compared to others who have played a similar role in cricket.

Royals' Suryavanshi, 14, youngest to play in IPL

Royals' Suryavanshi, 14, youngest to play in IPL

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player to feature in the IPL as he turned out for Rajasthan Royals against Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur.

Dhoni reveals his post-retirement plans

Dhoni reveals his post-retirement plans

Rediff.com20 May 2019

Dhoni revealed his plans after quitting cricket, fuelling fresh speculations about his retirement.

Stats: Dhoni scripts new records

Stats: Dhoni scripts new records

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni helped India snatch a 4-wicket win after the Indian batsmen faced an early hiccup in their run-chase on Friday. Here are the statistical highlights from that ICC World Cup Pool B match between India and West Indies played at the WACA in Perth.

Australia in search of 'finisher' like Dhoni

Australia in search of 'finisher' like Dhoni

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Australia head coach Justin Langer says his team is desperately looking for a finisher in the mould of Mahendra Singh Dhoni or Michael Bevan in limited overs cricket. Dhoni has won India innumerable matches from seemingly hopeless positions, and so did the likes of Michael Bevan and Mike Hussey.

Virat and Rohit gone, is this the dawn of Gambhir era?

Virat and Rohit gone, is this the dawn of Gambhir era?

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Beginning of Gambhir era: Coach becomes most powerful figure in Indian dressing room

#RanchiDiaries: When Dhoni played perfect host to Anupam Kher

#RanchiDiaries: When Dhoni played perfect host to Anupam Kher

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

On his trip to the capital city of Jharkhand, the actor added a page of memories to his personal diary -- on his visit to the city, he was hosted by former India captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Mumbai players to be felicitated at Vidhan Bhavan

Mumbai players to be felicitated at Vidhan Bhavan

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

The T20 World Cup-winning Indian team returned to New Delhi from Barbados on Thursday morning to a euphoric reception.

India has right mix for Champions Trophy: Dhoni

India has right mix for Champions Trophy: Dhoni

Rediff.com28 May 2013

Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Tuesday expressed confidence that despite recent controversies the Indian team will not be under any pressure going into the Champions Trophy.

Dhoni hits 108 as India whip NZ

Dhoni hits 108 as India whip NZ

Rediff.com16 Feb 2011

India's batting, led by captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's power hitting, forced New Zealand into submission by piling on a massive total and earned the co-hosts an easy 117-run win in the warm-up game in Chennai on Wednesday.

Dhoni hits out at fast bowlers again

Dhoni hits out at fast bowlers again

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni hit out at his fast bowlers, saying that the time has come to decide on the future of the existing pace attack.

Proud to hand over legacy of Indian jersey to future generations: Dhoni

Proud to hand over legacy of Indian jersey to future generations: Dhoni

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

The Indian team's new 2019 World Cup jersey was launched by sporting apparel giants Nike in the presence of former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, current skipper Virat Kohli, his Test deputy Ajinkya Rahane and young turk Prithvi Shaw.

Why Dhoni doesn't need to 'prove anything to anyone'

Why Dhoni doesn't need to 'prove anything to anyone'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Shane Warne feels that former India captain doesn't need to "prove anything to anyone".

'Dhoni will be a vital cog for India at World Cup'

'Dhoni will be a vital cog for India at World Cup'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

Former India wicketkeeper Kiran More said Mahendra Singh Dhoni's innings against Royal Challengers Bangalore took him back to 2006.