3 years, 5 months ago

Salaam Cricket: MS Dhoni's presence will bring calming effect in Indian T20 World Cup team, says Robin Uthappa

Former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's presence will be hugely beneficial for the Indian team during the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates, feels batsman Robin Uthappa. Dhoni, who led Chennai Super Kings to victory in IPL 2021 last week, had lifted the inaugural T20 World Cup trophy as India captain in 2007 and will be mentoring the team in this edition which starts from October 23 with the Super 12s stage. India are heading into the T20 World Cup as one of the favourites to win the title, which they had first clinched under MS Dhoni, who is mentoring Kohli's side in this edition. Pakistan and India have met 5 times in the T20 World Cup with the latter winning 4 games while one game produced no result.

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2 days, 16 hours ago

MS Dhoni refuses to disclose details of his text to Virat Kohli, stresses trust

India Today

MS Dhoni opened up about his 'amazing companionship' with Virat Kohli but declined to disclose details of a text message he had sent to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star during his challenging phase in international cricket. Speaking to JioStar ahead of the IPL 2025 season, Dhoni was asked about the message to Kohli, but the Chennai Super Kings star chose …

3 days, 5 hours ago

How to control MS Dhoni? Here comes Surykumar Yadav’s reply ahead of CSK vs Mumbai IPL 2025 match

Live Mint

Suryakumar Yadav was dumbstruck when he faced an unusual question ahead of Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2025 clash against Chennai Super Kings. will captain Mumbai Indians in their IPL 2025 opener as Hardik Pandya serves a one-match ban due to last season’s over-rate offence. “It’s always an excitement when you come to Chennai, when you watch him come out of the …

1 week ago

We will get to see glimpses of Dhoni's brilliance in IPL 2025: Uthappa

Hindustan Times

Bengaluru, The cricket fans may get to see glimpses of MS Dhoni's brilliance in the upcoming IPL season as the former skipper may bat at No.7 or No. We will get to see glimpses of Dhoni's brilliance in IPL 2025: Uthappa Dhoni, now 43, exhibited his readiness for IPL 2025 while smashing the bowlers around at the Chennai Super Kings …

1 week, 6 days ago

MS Dhoni, Sakshi Dance On 'Tu Jaane Na' Song At Rishabh Pant's Sister's Wedding: WATCH

ABP News

Former Indian Cricket Team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was spotted dancing on the 'Tu Jaane Na' song with his wife, at the wedding of Rishabh Pant's sister, and the clip is now making waves all over social media. Watch the viral video here: Ms Dhoni & Sakshi Dhoni enjoying Rishabh Pant's sister wedding 😍❤️ pic.twitter.com/HjZcJcAZhU — Riseup Pant March 12, …

3 weeks, 4 days ago

MS Dhoni fumed at me during IPL 2018: ex teammate Michael Hussey

India Today

Former Australia batter Michael Hussey recently revealed how the legendary India captain MS Dhoni fumed at him after being dismissed during Indian Premier League 2018. Hussey recalled an incident when he received split-screen images of Rashid Khan just ahead of the playoff game of the IPL 2018. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Furthermore, Hussey mentioned how Dhoni got …

1 month ago

MS Dhoni responds to Virat Kohli’s ‘No One Texted Me Except MSD’ remark - ‘When someone needs you...’

Live Mint

Former India captain MS Dhoni has opened up on the message he had sent to Virat Kohli in 2022, following the star batter's decision to step down as India's Test captain in January. MSD was asked about his 2022 message to Virat Kohli during a corporate event recently and his reply has gone viral. Another wrote, "Happy for you," while …

1 month ago

MS Dhoni joins Sunny Deol to watch India vs Pakistan match on sets: ‘Asli maidaan saj chuka hai…’

Live Mint

India vs Pakistan Match Today: Ex-India captain MS Dhoni and actor Sunny Deol bonded over the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash between India and Pakistan on Sunday. The video from above features MS Dhoni sporting his yellow Chennai Super Kings jersey. Reacting to it, someone on X, formerly known as Twitter, wrote, “Cricket hero and Bollywood hero together.” “Two legends …

1 month ago

MS Dhoni dons CSK jersey to watch India vs Pakistan game with Sunny Deol

India Today

Former India captain MS Dhoni was spotted watching the blockbuster ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash between India and Pakistan on Sunday, February 23 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. MS Dhoni was Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Pakistan Live Watch the video here: Meanwhile, coming back to the India vs Pakistan match, Mohammad Rizwan won the toss and opted to …

1 month ago

MS Dhoni delivers unrelenting 'nobody cares' about age remark ahead of IPL return: 'If you're playing at this level...'

Hindustan Times

For MS Dhoni, age is just a number when it comes to his commitment to the Indian Premier League. Despite stepping away from international cricket nearly six years ago, the Chennai Super Kings stalwart remains dedicated to maintaining his fitness for the high-intensity league, putting in months of rigorous preparation to ensure he is match-ready. Chennai: Chennai Super Kings captain …

1 month ago

MS Dhoni opens up on his IPL future

Deccan Chronicle

Mumbai: Mahendra Singh Dhoni addressed his IPL retirement concerns weeks before the commencement of next season of the franchise-based tournament on March 22. While Dhoni called time to his international career in August 2019, he continues to feature in the IPL for Chennai Super Kings who retained him ahead of the mega auction last year. It has been nearly six …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dhoni seen in a cheeky avatar for Ind-Pak Champions Trophy clash

Deccan Chronicle

Mumbai: Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar, India’s official broadcasters of International Cricket Council’s tournaments has launched the latest installment in its campaign for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, this time headlined by the most-anticipated match of the year when India takes on Pakistan. The promo culminates in Dhoni breaking the fourth wall with a cheeky quip: “Ab aayi …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

From Harbhajan-Dhoni to Kapil-Gavaskar: Looking back at four instances of rifts between Indian teammates

Hindustan Times

Fall outs happen between friends and former colleagues in every field and cricket, unfortunately, is no exception. The pair played a majority of their illustrious international career playing together, famously winning the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 World Cup. Dhoni was at the non-striker's end when Yuvraj smashed six sixes in an over in the 2007 T20 World Cup. …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Watch: MS Dhoni flaunts his tennis skills with a smash in viral video

India Today

As Indian cricket fans eagerly await MS Dhoni’s return to the cricket field, the legendary former India captain and Chennai Super Kings icon has gone viral for a different reason—his tennis skills. Professional tennis player Sumeet Kumar Bajaj recently shared an Instagram story featuring Dhoni showcasing his talent with a tennis racquet in what appeared to be a friendly match. …

6 months, 1 week ago

'Indian players working on mental strength ahead of T20 World Cup': Harmanpreet

New Indian Express

MUMBAI: Indian players have been working on their mental strength for a "long time" which should help the team in overcoming hurdles, says skipper Harmanpreet Kaur ahead of the upcoming women's T20 World Cup next month. India's performances in summit clashes have featured in discussions given the team lost in the 2020 final by 85 runs to Australia, while England …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

'MS Dhoni will never...': Harbhajan Singh on Rohit Sharma and MSD being 'completely different leaders'

Hindustan Times

Rohit Sharma this year joined MS Dhoni in being the only two players to have led India to a T20 World Cup title. Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni are the only two players to have led India to victory in the T20 World Cup Harbhajan Singh has played under both Rohit and Dhoni at different stages of his career. “Dhoni …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

'While there's an age gap...': MS Dhoni opens up on relationship with Virat Kohli | WATCH

India TV News

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli have shared a great relationship on and off the field. It is well known how Dhoni has supported Kohli in various stages of his career and how Kohli took the captaincy baton from the former World Cup-winning captain. Dhoni led the Indian team for several years and decided to leave the Test format in 2014, …

8 months, 1 week ago

'MS Dhoni told me I don't fit the combination, Virat Kohli said I'll let you know but never did': India spinner's ordeal

Hindustan Times

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. Dhoni did what no other captain in the world has been able to – win all three major ICC trophies, while Kohli went on to become India's most successful skipper in Tests. The veteran India spinner made his debut under Anil Kumble, played under both Dhoni and Kohli, but was undone by plenty of aspects …

8 months, 3 weeks ago

In Pictures: Victorious Team India arrives in Delhi; Kohli, Hardik lead the way

The Hindu

Batting superstar Virat Kohli waves to the crowd after Team India arrived at the national capital on Thursday morning. Explosive middle-order batsman Suryakumar Yadav who took a sensational catch during the T20 World Cup 2024 final acknowledges the fans at the New Delhi airport. BCCI secretary Jay Shah played a key role in bringing back the stranded Indian players as …

8 months, 3 weeks ago

'Thanks for the priceless birthday gift': MS Dhoni loses calm as India win T20 World Cup

Firstpost

India won their first T20 World Cup since MS Dhoni led the Men in Blue to glory in 2007. The Indian cricket team clinched their second T20 World Cup title in thrilling fashion against South Africa at the Kensington Oval on Saturday. T20 World Cup 2024: News | Schedule | Results | Points Table Despite a challenging situation where South …

8 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian fans perform havan ahead of Ind vs Eng T20 World Cup semi-final in UP’s Prayagraj: Video

Hindustan Times

India will lock horns against England today, June 27, at Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana. Ahead of the much-anticipated T20 World Cup match, cricket fans in India started praying to different gods for India’s victory, who have remained unbeaten in the tournament thus far. Ind vs Eng T20 World Cup 2024: Cricket fans performing havan for India's victory in Uttar …

8 months, 3 weeks ago

With MS Dhoni-like instincts, Rohit Sharma tipped to emulate India great in T20 World Cup semis: ‘Mahi used to…’

Hindustan Times

It was MS Dhoni who promoted a young Rohit Sharma to open the innings for Team India in the limited-overs format. Rohit Sharma earlier credited MS Dhoni for changing his career Fast-forward the clock to the present, Rohit is leading Team India at the grandest stage of them all—the T20 World Cup. In his second T20 World Cup as the …

8 months, 3 weeks ago

This T20 World Cup, instinctive batting has been the key to success

Hindustan Times

KOLKATA This T20 World Cup hasn’t gone easy on the batters. Take Rohit’s 41-ball 92 against Australia for example, a captivating display of instinctive batting in a crunch match at a ground where the cross-wind gives a unique advantage to batters and bowlers. Thankfully, though completely inadvertently, the pitches in this T20 World Cup have allowed bowlers to pose questions …

9 months, 2 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar's cheeky 'new continent, same result' dig; Yuvraj Singh, Sehwag can't keep calm as India beat Pakistan

Hindustan Times

India survived a scare on Sunday. Cricket legends reacted after India's win against Pakistan in T20 World Cup Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the bowlers for India as he finished with match-winning figures of 3 wickets for 14 runs in four overs, which comprised 11 dot balls and a solitary boundary. At one point in the match, Pakistan were …

9 months, 2 weeks ago

India vs Pakistan: Kuldeep Yadav has to play in 'battle of nerves', says Aakash Chopra

India Today

India face Pakistan on June 9 in New York, in T20 World Cup 2024's marquee clash. However, former India cricketer Aakash Chopra wants spinner Kuldeep Yadav to play the Pakistan game. I really want Kuldeep Yadav to play but I don’t really see him being picked for this match," Aakash Chopra said. The last time Pakistan faced India, in the …

9 months, 3 weeks ago

T20 World Cup: “Dhoni said, ‘If we win, you take the credit. If they win, I will take the blame,’” says Joginder Sharma

The Hindu

That one ball was a moment of intense pressure that changed my life. Once we defeated England, South Africa, and Australia, the next two also bowed to our team’s all-around talent. It was a new format for us, but it was amazing how the team adapted to the inputs from coaches, Lalchand Rajput and Venkatesh Prasad. We could have done …

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Yuvraj Singh points out ‘crazy’ difference between India and Pakistan fans before T20 WC: ‘If we win, they will go...’

Hindustan Times

Rohit Sharma's Team India will hope to write another glorious chapter in the historic rivalry between the Asian arch-rivals at the ICC World T20 2024 in the United States and the West Indies. Former champions India and Pakistan will resume their World Cup rivalry in the group stage of the ICC World T20. Former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh in conversation with …

10 months, 1 week ago

MS Dhoni Welcomed With Chai: Former CSK Captain Enjoys Cup Of Tea In RCB Dressing Room Before Crucial IPL Match- VIRAL VIDEO

ABP News

MS Dhoni Welcomed With Chai: Chennai Super Kings legend MS Dhoni was welcomed in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru dressing room at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium with a hot cup of chai. Dhoni, who has gone on record admitting his love for tea, could be seen enjoying a cup of tea in one of the practice sessions in Bengaluru after the …

10 months, 1 week ago

'MS Dhoni took decisions that benefited the team. Can Rohit Sharma do it?': India captain sent 'personal goals' warning

Hindustan Times

Team India will aim to end its 11-year trophy drought when Rohit Sharma's men kickstart their T20 World Cup campaign in the Americas next month. India's captain Rohit Sharma during the ODI World Cup last year As India prepare to put behind the heartbreaks and start afresh at the T20 World Cup, Harbhajan Singh has some advice for Rohit Sharma …

11 months ago

'If MS Dhoni says he wants to play T20 World Cup…': Agarkar poked with 'wildcard' surprise before India squad selection

Hindustan Times

Among all the Indian wicketkeeper batters that are knocking on the doors of selectors – Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, KL Rahul, even Dinesh Karthik – another name can apparently join the list. What if, through some hocus pocus, Dhoni is included in India's T20 World Cup squad? It's been almost five years since Dhoni played his last match for India …

11 months, 1 week ago

Hardik Pandya's tremendous gesture for MS Dhoni wins over Wankhede crowd as MI skipper runs at MSD, shares emotional hug

Hindustan Times

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya displayed his love and respect towards former Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni ahead of the mega IPL 2024 encounter on Sunday at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Hardik Pandya and MS Dhoni share a special moment ahead of the mega MI vs CSK clash. In the mega clash, Pandya won the toss and elected to …

11 months, 3 weeks ago

IPL 2024: MS Dhoni, CSK's one-tournament wonder

Hindustan Times

For Chennai Super Kings faithful, it was almost as if the result didn't matter. Chennai Super Kings' MS Dhoni fields the ball during the Indian Premier League cricket tournament between between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans It was the second home venue for Delhi Capitals -- Visakhapatnam. In an interview to ESPNCricinfo, CSK head coach Stephen Fleming said that …

1 year, 1 month ago

MS Dhoni's new bat sticker before IPL 2024 sets social media on fire. The reason is heartwarming...

Hindustan Times

MS Dhoni will once again be in action as defending champions Chennai Super Kings will be looking to win back-to-back titles. MS Dhoni promotes his friend's sports company with a new bat. Here is the viral photo: Paramjit played a big role in helping Dhoni get his first bat sponsor. Chennai defeated Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2023 final, winning …

1 year, 2 months ago

IND vs AFG: Rohit Sharma goes level with MS Dhoni for most wins as captain in T20Is

India Today

Rohit Sharma has gone level with MS Dhoni for most wins as India skipper in T20Is after the thrilling Super over win against Afghanistan in Bengaluru on January 17. IND vs AFG 3rd T20I Highlights The Indian skipper etched his name in the annals of cricket history by scoring a record fifth T20 International century. Alongside Rinku Singh, who scored …

1 year, 2 months ago

MS Dhoni here, there and everywhere: India youngsters can't thank MSD enough during their interviews

Hindustan Times

MS Dhoni is almost 42, has been retired from international cricket since August of 2020, and plays professional cricket only two months a year during the IPL. Just hear the likes of Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube and more speak on the mic and you'll realise the importance of Dhoni's behind-the-scenes role in their careers. Dube, who played a match-winning innings …

1 year, 2 months ago

IND vs AFG, 1st T20I: Spotlight on powerplay master Rohit Sharma as focus shifts to T20 World Cup 2024

India Today

Rohit Sharma is back in India’s T20I setup and is set to lead the team in their three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. IND vs AFG 1st T20I: Preview | Predicted XI This will be the first time that Rohit represents India in white-ball cricket since the defeat in the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup at the hands of …

1 year, 2 months ago

IND vs AFG, preview: Focus on Virat Kohli's replacement in T20I opener against Afghanistan at Mohali

Hindustan Times

India will have to possibly wait till Sunday to know of their World Cup T20 template, woven around the two stalwarts, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Indian captain Rohit Sharma along with Rahul Dravid during the practice session at PCA Stadium in Mohali But this will be a dampener: Kohli will miss Thursday's first game in Mohali owing to personal …

1 year, 2 months ago

IND v AFG, 1st T20I: Captain Rohit Sharma back as time-strapped India begin auditions for T20 World Cup

India Today

India will begin the last leg of their preparation for the T20 World Cup when they take on Afghanistan in a 3-match series, starting January 11 in Mohali. India had followed a forward-thinking plan for the shortest format of the game over the last 14 months, keeping in mind the disappointments from the previous two editions of the T20 World …

1 year, 3 months ago

T20 World Cup 2024: Indian Cricket Team Needs to Get Temperamentally Stronger

The Quint

The fear of losing, the pressure to perform and the anxiety to do so, can be attributed to one's temperament. Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary Indian batter, one felt, also fell victim to it. He failed to score in both the World Cup finals in which India was involved, however, he was the top run-getter and lead performer in the matches …

1 year, 4 months ago

Dhoni had discussions with me on staying calm: Rinku Singh on his finisher’s role in 1st T20I against Australia

The Hindu

India batter Rinku Singh credited legendary former captain MS Dhoni for helping him stay calm in crunch situations, which he showed in ample measure during his knock in the first T20I against Australia here. “As for my secret to calmness, I had discussions with Mahi bhai about what he does to stay calm, especially in the last over,” Rinku was …

1 year, 4 months ago

Australia-based Indians react to Cricket World Cup final result, riding a roller-coaster of mixed emotions

ABC

Australia clinched the Cricket World Cup for the sixth time — denying hot favourite India its third title — after Travis Head's stunning 137 set up the historic win in front of 125,000 fans in Ahmedabad. Key points: Australia is home to more than 800,000 Indian-born people Watching their birth nation lose to their adopted nation was a bittersweet experience …

1 year, 4 months ago

MS Dhoni: Run-out in 2019 World Cup semifinal made it clear it was my last day for India

The Hindu

A distraught Mahendra Singh Dhoni trudging back to the pavilion after being run out in the 2019 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand is one of the most tragic moments in Indian cricket history. A little over four years since India lost that match by 18 runs and crashed out of the World Cup, Dhoni has revealed it was at …

1 year, 5 months ago

Dhoni Fans Miss 'Thala' Ahead of India-Bangladesh World Cup Match, Here's Why

News 18

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been a legend of the game. From taking home maiden 2007 World Twenty 20 trophy to smashing the legendary winning six in 2011 World Cup, he’s done it all and in style. As India take on Bangladesh in the ICC World Cup 2023 clash on Thursday, Dhoni fans brought back the iconic moment where former captain …

1 year, 5 months ago

India vs Pakistan rivalry will always be there but off-the field, let friendship prevail: Saqlain Mushtaq

The Hindu

A battle of nerves, an emotional roller-coaster and the pressure of great expectations – an India versus Pakistan encounter is a confluence of all three. Saqlain has a simple message for the teams: “Go out there and enjoy your game…” During the last two ICC events, the T20 World Cups in 2021 and 2022, Saqlain was the head coach of …

1 year, 5 months ago

Honoured to be compared with Dhoni but I'm not calm like him: Hockey captain Harmanpreet

The Hindu

Asian Games-winning Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh doesn't fancy comparisons with the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni and feels he is not as calm on the ground as the cricket legend was. I am aggressive unlike Dhoni but off the field, I try to remain as calm as possible," Harmanpreet said during a visit to PTI headquarters in New …

1 year, 5 months ago

MS Dhoni back with new ad ahead of Cricket World Cup 2023, has a 'mat bol' message for fans

India Today

The World Cup season is here and former India captain MS Dhoni is back with another cheeky Flaunting his new hairstyle in the "Mat Bol," Dhoni says as he goes on and explains why. Cricket World Cup 2023: Full Coverage Notably, Dhoni was part of a similar ad campaign ahead of the T20 World Cup in 2022. Dhoni was seen …

1 year, 5 months ago

MS Dhoni's priceless reaction to fan's 'Mahi bhai I love you' breaks the internet | WATCH

India TV News

Former India captain and a five-time IPL victorious team CSK’s skipper MS Dhoni has an unparalleled fan following everywhere he goes. Though Dhoni retired from the international cricket at “19.29 hours” on August 15, 2020, yet his following has ceased to dip, even after he is not active on social media. “Mahi bhai I love you,” the man is heard …

1 year, 6 months ago

'Had My Differences With MS Dhoni': T20 World Cup Winner Makes BIG Revelation

ABP News

MS Dhoni, the only India captain ever to lead the national team to all white-ball trophies, is arguably the greatest leaders of all time in sports. India winning the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup remains two of the biggest achievements in MS Dhoni's inspiring career. Former India pacer S Sreesanth, a key member of both these …

1 year, 8 months ago

Happy Birthday MS Dhoni: India legend's 5 captaincy masterstrokes that turned the match on its head

Hindustan Times

MS Dhoni is fresh off a fifth IPL trophy with the Chennai Super Kings as he continues to establish his dominance as one of the finest thinkers of the game from a tactical standpoint. MS Dhoni's decision-making has remained second-to-none and we take a look at five of his greatest decisions as captain With ‘Captain Cool’ celebrating his 42nd birthday …

1 year, 8 months ago

'If MS Dhoni got you out in the nets, you wouldn't be able to sit with him': Ex-India star narrates startling MSD story

Hindustan Times

MS Dhoni is rated as one of the most successful captains of all time in international cricket, particularly in the limited overs formats. A number of great careers started under the captaincy of MS Dhoni Current India captain Rohit Sharma may have played his first international when Rahul Dravid was skipper but it was under Dhoni that he flourished and …

1 year, 9 months ago

Dilip Vengsarkar reveals why and how MS Dhoni became India captain after Rahul Dravid quit

Hindustan Times

When Rahul Dravid decided to quit as India's all-format captain on September 14, 2007, MS Dhoni was leading India against Pakistan in a group match of the inaugural edition of the T20 World Cup. Rahul Dravid, Suresh Raina, and MS Dhoni during an ODI in 2006 After Dravid decided to opt out of the T20 World Cup, Sachin Tendulkar and …

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