7 years, 4 months ago

Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni ‘take on' each other on cricket pitch

Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni ‘take on' each other on cricket pitch The two iconic cricketers bowled and batted against each other, toiling in the oppressive heat through the day all for a commercial shoot. India's two World Cup winning captains Kapil Dev and Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Thursday took on one another on the cricket pitch, with a bunch of kids egging them on at the Eden Gardens. After some time, 2011 World Cup winning skipper Dhoni went to the bowler's mark, with Kapil occupying the popping crease. As the day made way for the evening, the two took a break from the shoot and were joined by another cricketing legend Sourav Ganguly -- now Cricket Association of Bengal President.

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1 day, 1 hour ago

MS Dhoni on IPL wicketkeeping heroics: I look like a rice sack falling from truck

India Today

MS Dhoni has played down his IPL wicketkeeping heroics and explained why it is crucial for him to be behind the stumps while being on the field. Dhoni hjas continued to defy his age and pull off in credible feats behind the stumps for Chennai Super Kings during the last few seasons of the IPL, especially after retiring from international …

Kapil Dev joins Kohli in supporting family-friendly travel for cricketers

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6 days, 14 hours ago

Kapil Dev joins Kohli in supporting family-friendly travel for cricketers

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev is all for family travelling with cricketers on tours but has also called for a balanced approach in dealing with the contentious issue that has divided opinions. Following India's 1-3 Test series loss to Australia, the BCCI issued a directive limiting the duration of family visits on tours lasting more than 45 days, allowing …

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

IND vs PAK: Hardik Pandya emulates Kapil Dev after 200 wickets for India

India Today

Hardik Pandya became only the sixth Indian cricketer to achieve the double of 4000 runs and 200 wickets in international cricket. India vs Pakistan, Champions Trophy Updates The 31-year-old Hardik joined the other five players in the elite club after getting the wicket of Saud Shakeel, who scored 62 runs off 76 balls with five fours. Here’s the list of …

2 months, 1 week ago

‘Want to put a bullet through your head’: Yograj Singh's startling revelation on threatening Kapil Dev outside his home

Hindustan Times

Former India cricketer Yograj Singh made a stunning revelation about how he went to Kapil Dev's home with a pistol in all his anger after getting dropped from the team. Yograj Singh made a startling revelation about threatening Kapil Dev outside his home. Yograj Singh also made some harsh remarks about the late Bishan Singh Bedi and said he was …

3 months, 1 week ago

IND vs AUS, 3rd Test: Jasprit Bumrah overtakes Kapil Dev for two unique milestones after five-wicket haul at Gabba

Live Mint

Jasprit Bumrah was the lone bright spot for Indians on the second day of the third Test against Australia as his five-wicket haul brought some respite for the visitors at the Gabba, in what was dull day for Rohit Sharma's men. In the process, Bumrah overtook legendary Kapil Dev for most five-wicket hauls outside Asia and most fifers in SENA …

3 months, 2 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. …

8 months, 2 weeks ago

MS Dhoni's stirring reaction after wife Sakshi touches his feet, then folds hands during birthday celebration

Hindustan Times

One of the greatest-ever wicketkeeper-batter and captain to grace the cricket field, MS Dhoni, on Sunday celebrated his birthday. The former India captain, who turned 43, is currently in Mumbai to attend the wedding of Anant Ambani, the son of Reliance Group Chairman and MD Mukesh Ambani, with his longtime girlfriend, Radhika Merchant, where he celebrated his birthday with wife …

8 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma’s captaincy compared to Kapil Dev’s 1983 heroics by Srikkanth ahead of T20 World Cup final: ‘Best part is…’

Hindustan Times

India demolished England in their T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final clash, getting revenge for their defeat in the previous edition in the same round. The result also saw Rohit Sharma captain India to a third successive ICC trophy final. Kris Srikkanth compared Rohit Sharma to Kapil Dev. Speaking on Star Sports ahead of the T20 World Cup final against South …

10 months, 2 weeks ago

Dhoni IPL 2024 Performance Tracker: Dhoni cameo comes too late as CSK loses to Gujarat Titans

The Hindu

MS Dhoni opted to pass on the Chennai Super Kings captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the season, adding to the speculation that he’s playing his final season. 12 136 11 12 8 1/0 GT vs CSK MS Dhoni smashed three sixes and a four in the encounter against Gujarat Titans as Chennai Super Kings lost by 35 runs in …

11 months ago

KL Rahul surpasses MS Dhoni to create all-time IPL record

India TV News

The 34th match of the Indian Premier League 2024 season belonged to the skipper of Lucknow Super Giants, KL Rahul. Rahul played an outstanding knock of 82 runs off 53 balls to steer Lucknow past Chennai Super Kings' total of 176 and helped them break a two-match losing streak. The LSG skipper also donned the wicketkeeping duties for the franchise …

11 months, 1 week ago

MS Dhoni creates historical record, becomes first Indian to achieve massive milestone in IPL

India TV News

Former Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni turned back the clock to his heydays when he smashed 20 runs from just four balls in his team's clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, April 14. Facing the first ball of the match on the third delivery of the final over, Dhoni first hit Hardik over long-off on …

11 months, 3 weeks ago

Dhoni IPL 2024 Performance Tracker: MS Dhoni receives thunderous reception as he walks out to bat during CSK vs KKR

The Hindu

Dhoni opted to pass on the Chennai Super Kings captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the season, adding to the speculation that he’s playing his final season. MS DHONI IPL 2024 STATS Highlights Matches: 5 Catches: 4 Run Outs: 1 Runs - 39 4s - 4 6s - 3 CSK vs KKR MS Dhoni was guilty of dropping a fairly …

1 year ago

Kohli versus Dhoni as IPL begins with a clash of two of India’s greatest cricketers

Associated Press

NEW DELHI — Virat Kohli against MS Dhoni. Kohli returns to action after missing international cricket for nearly two months — he skipped India’s test series win over England owing to the birth of his second child. Dhoni previously wasn’t captain briefly in 2022, but was restored and continued in 2023 when he led Chennai to a record-equaling fifth IPL …

1 year ago

IPL | I would like to see Dhoni smash the ball the way he loves to, says Vijay

The Hindu

Sameer Rizvi made the headlines in December 2023 when he became the most expensive uncapped player at the IPL auction. The promising youngster from Uttar Pradesh is known for his power-hitting abilities in the middle-order, making him the ideal player to fill the role that Ambati Rayudu played for the five-time champion. Speaking about Rizvi’s talent, former India and CSK …

1 year ago

Indebted to Dhoni for the rest of my life: Ashwin on hitting the 500-wicket mark

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: Overwhelmed by emotion and filled with gratitude at being grandly feted for hitting the 500-wicket mark in Tests, Ravichandran Ashwin on Saturday recalled the one man he would forever be "indebted to" for showing faith in a "nobody" 13 years ago -- his first IPL and India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. With 516 scalps in 100 Tests, Ashwin is …

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, 4 months ago

Kapil Dev's crucial message for Rohit Sharma after ‘teary-eyed’ video of IND captain breaks internet: 'It's tough but…'

Hindustan Times

With Team India searching for answers after their latest setback in an ICC event, 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev has extended his support to Indian skipper Rohit Sharma on Monday. Kapil Dev drops crucial message for Rohit Sharma after devastating defeat in final A day after Team India was outplayed by Australia, legendary all-rounder Kapil penned a heartfelt note …

1 year, 4 months ago

‘Did not call me’: Kapil Dev on why he was not present for India vs Australia World Cup final

Firstpost

Kapil Dev, the captain of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, said that he had not received an invitation for the India vs Australia final. With many celebrities in attendance, including 2011 World Cup winner Sachin Tendulkar, there was the absence of Kapil Dev, captain of the iconic 1983 World Cup-winning team, that stood out. Kapil Dev, who led India to …

1 year, 4 months ago

Watch: After Kohli, Rohit Sharma picks first ODI wicket in 11 years; joins Kapil Dev, Sourav Ganguly in elite WC list

Hindustan Times

For the second straight edition, Rohit Sharma amassed 500 or more runs in a single World Cup event, a feat not other batter managed before in history. Yet it was impact with the ball that became the bigger talking point at the end of India's 160-run win at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru as the Indian captain, for the …

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, 6 months ago

MS Dhoni sacrificed the batter in him due to captaincy, says Gautam Gambhir

India Today

Former India opening batter Gautam Gambhir has said that former India skipper MS Dhoni sacrificed the batter in him due to his captaincy. Speaking to Star Sports, Gambhir said Dhoni could change the game with his batting ability, insisting that he was a blessing for India cricket since he could win matches by batting at No. Apart from winning the …

1 year, 7 months ago

Kapil Dev feels coping with expectations will be crucial for team India in ICC ODI World Cup 2023

India TV News

Kapil Dev feels coping with expectations will be crucial for team India in ICC ODI World Cup 2023 "We have won a World Cup at home, and I am sure the team, whoever gets selected, can do it again," Kapil Dev added. The former World Cup-winning India captain Kapil Dev shared his thoughts on India's chances in the upcoming ICC …

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, 8 months ago

ODI World Cup 2023 Virender Sehwag Reveals MS Dhoni Just Ate Khichdi In World Cup 2011

ABP News

After a long gap of 12 years, ODI World Cup has once again returned to India. Last time in 2011, when India organized ODI World Cup in collaboration with Bangladesh, they defeated Sri Lanka in the summit clash to win their 3rd World Cup title, first-ever on home soil. Now that the 2023 ODI World Cup is going to be …

1 year, 8 months ago

Kapil Dev and Co. ring in 40th anniversary of 1983 World Cup triumph with private get-together in Mumbai

The Hindu

Members of the 1983 World Cup-winning team came together in a private get-together in Mumbai to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their historic victory on Sunday. The 1983 team also invited Chandu Borde and Bishan Singh Bedi, the two surviving selectors from that period. A throwback to when the 1983 World Cup-winning team was felicitated at the Sportstar Aces Awards …

1 year, 8 months ago

Yashpal Sharma on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: The final will be remembered for Kapil Dev’s catch of Viv Richards

The Hindu

India’s limited-overs cricket received a shot in the arm when the team, dubbed ‘Kapil’s Devils’, marched to a sensational World Cup triumph at Lord’s in 1983. This conversation is from the Opus India book where the late Yashpal Sharma, member of the 1983 World Cup squad, spoke to Vijay Lokapally in what was to be his final interview. I was …

1 year, 8 months ago

40 years of India's 1983 World Cup win: Why Kapil Dev's 175* against Zimbabwe is the single-greatest ODI innings played

Hindustan Times

The story of the 1983 World Cup triumph is littered with iconic moments and images. Yashpal Sharma starring as India handed the mighty West Indies their first ever World Cup loss, Mohinder Amarnath winning it for India by getting Michael Holding caught in front of the stumps, Kapil Dev hurtling backwards and catching Viv Richards's shot over his shoulder, or …

1 year, 8 months ago

Kapil Dev on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Beating England in semifinal closest to my heart

The Hindu

Kapil Dev’s greatest contribution is not available for viewing because the broadcaster decided to give the India-Zimbabwe match at Tunbridge Wells. The 1983 win played a role in this improvement on all fronts, as we won trophies in 2007 and 2011 and also launched the great Indian Premier League. England captain Bob Willis was bowled by Kapil Dev during the …

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 …

1 year, 11 months ago

IPL 2023: Vintage MS Dhoni thrills Chepauk fans with sensational cameo against Rajasthan Royals

India Today

Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni turned back the clock and smashed his way to a sensational 32 off 17 balls against Rajasthan Royals, in the Indian Premier League on Wednesday, 12 April. Coming into bat in the 16th over of the game, when CSK needed 63 runs to win from 5 overs, Dhoni and Jadeja added rapid runs, …

1 year, 11 months ago

IPL 2023: Moeen Ali is MS Dhoni's first pick to take wickets under pressure, says AB de Villiers

Firstpost

Chasing a target of 218, LSG fell short by a mere 12 runs as they finished proceedings on 205/7. All-rounder Moeen Ali did the star turn as Chennai Super Kings kept Lucknow Super Giants at bay in a high-scoring match of IPL 2023 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Monday night. JioCinema IPL expert AB de Villiers complimented …

1 year, 11 months ago

MS Dhoni had a point to prove: Recalling what 'Captain Cool' said after 2011 World Cup triumph

India Today

"I TOOK QUITE A FEW DECISIONS." The India wicketkeeper-batter admitted that he took the pressure in previous games of the 2011 World Cup, which pushed and motivated him to make amends at the biggest stage. The 'Captain Cool' painted the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai blue after sending the ball flying over long-on off the bowling of Sri Lanka pacer Nuwan …

2 years, 1 month ago

Rohit Sharma or MS Dhoni as All-Time IPL XI captain? Pragyan Ojha and Suresh Raina take their picks

India Today

Former India spinner Pragyan Ojha picked Mumbai Indian’s skipper Rohit Sharma as the captain of his All-Time IPL XI over Chennai SuperKings’ MS Dhoni. JioCinema’s Hindi panelists featuring Ojha, Robin Uthappa, Suresh Raina, Parthiv Patel, RP Singh and Aakash Chopra picked their All-Time IPL XI. After picking hard-hitting Chris Gayle and Royal Challengers Bangalore superstar Virat Kohli as the two …

2 years, 2 months ago

'I've seen great players like Viv Richards, Sachin, Kohli... but he's once in a century batter': Kapil Dev on India star

Hindustan Times

The ultimate praise for a batter comes when one of the greatest players of all time holds one's name along with batters like Vivian Richards or Sachin Tendulkar or Virat Kohli. And so has Suryakumar Yadav, feels India legend Kapil Dev, who hailed the India batter as a 'once in a century' cricketer. Sachin Tendulkar; Kapil Dev; Viv Richards Kapil's …

2 years, 4 months ago

‘Dhoni asked everyone, but they refused to bowl last over’: Shoaib Malik recalls India's epic win over Pakistan at WC

Hindustan Times

A young Indian team under captain MS Dhoni had lifted the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. Team India had defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by 5 runs in a nervy final, as last man standing Pakistan batter Misbah-ul-Haq was caught famously by S Sreesanth. Captains of the 2007 T20 World Cup final between India and Pakistan: MS Dhoni, Shoaib Malik In …

2 years, 4 months ago

Gautam Gambhir hails MS Dhoni after India crash out of T20 World Cup 2022: No Indian captain would win 3 ICC trophies

India Today

Former batter Gautam Gambhir reckoned that no Indian skipper would ever be able to equal MS Dhoni’s record of most ICC trophies. 2007 to 2013 was a golden period of Indian cricket as Dhoni guided India through to wins in the T20 World Cup 2007 in South Africa, the 50-over World Cup in 2011 at home and 2013 Champions Trophy …

2 years, 5 months ago

Video Of World Cup Winners Kapil Dev & MS Dhoni Playing Golf Together Goes Viral - WATCH

ABP News

New Delhi: Two World Cup-winning captains from India, MS Dhoni and Kapil Dev were spotted playing golf in Gurugram at the tournament named the Kapil Dev - Grant Thornton Invitational 2022 event. pic.twitter.com/TbQomYEP6f — Kapil Dev - Grant Thornton September 30, 2022 MS Dhoni tries his hand at golf - WATCH Last month, Dhoni and Kapil Dev were spotted watching …

2 years, 5 months ago

MS Dhoni enjoys golf action with Kapil Dev: World Cup heroes reunite on a course

India Today

India's World Cup-winning heroes, MS Dhoni and Kapil Dev, reunited once again, this time on a golf course. Dhoni and Kapil were spotted enjoying golf at Kapil Dev - Grant Thornton, an invitational tournament organised in Guruguram. While Kapil Dev's love for golf and his competitive nature on the course is well-documented, Dhoni, it seems, has a flair for the …

2 years, 8 months ago

‘Thala’ MS Dhoni Turns 41: Here Are The Iconic Dhoni-esque Moments

ABP News

Happy Birthday MS Dhoni: Mahendra Singh Dhoni turns 41 today July 7. Unbelievable scenes here….” 2008 Commonwealth Bank Series: Australia were the current World Champions back then and India didn’t even make it to the knock-out stage in the 2007 World Cup. Mahi’s India had other plans as his first Australian tour as a captain led India to an unbelievable …

2 years, 8 months ago

The story of Dhoni being made India captain for 2007 World T20

The Hindu

Former BCCI president and Chennai Super Kings owner N. Srinivasan on Tuesday revealed how Mahendra Singh Dhoni was appointed the captain of the Indian team ahead of the inaugural men’s World T20 in 2007. He had returned from England,” Srinivasan, the then BCCI treasurer, said during Sportstar’s South Sports Conclave in Chennai on Tuesday. Watch Mr. N Srinivasan’s full session …

2 years, 9 months ago

On this day in 1983: Kapil Dev played one of the greatest ODI knocks in World Cup

Firstpost

Well-assisted by Roger Binny, Madan Lal and Syed Kirmani, Kapil Dev went on trying to punish Zimbabwe’s bowling unit in every delivery. It was the match when Indian skipper Kapil Dev produced an unforgettable performance at the Nevill Ground in Tunbridge Wells to help India clinch the victory in a must-win game. Well-assisted by Roger Binny, Madan Lal and Syed …

2 years, 9 months ago

'Whenever we need them to score runs, they all get out': Kapil slams Rohit, Kohli, Rahul for not making 'big impact'

Hindustan Times

Team India will return to action in the shortest format of the game on June 9, when the side takes on South Africa in a five-match T20I series. The side will be without captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, as well as a number of star bowlers, who have been rested following a two-month-long 2022 Indian Premier League season. Rohit Sharma, …

2 years, 11 months ago

IPL 2022: Vintage Dhoni! Finisher Mahi Hands Mumbai Their Seventh Straight Loss

The Quint

Pacer Mukesh Choudhary's sensational bowling performance helped Chennai Super Kings restrict Mumbai Indians to 155/7 in 20 overs despite a fighting half-century by Tilak Varma. Chasing a modest target, CSK were also off to a poor start as Daniel Sams removed Ruturaj Gaikwad in the very first ball of the second innings. From there on, two veteran batters -- Robin …

2 years, 11 months ago

IPL 2022: Dhoni finishes in style as Chennai Super Kings beat Mumbai Indians by 3 wickets

India TV News

The great M S Dhoni turned back the clock to script a three wicket victory for Chennai Super Kings against Mumbai Indians in the IPL here on Thursday, following a heart-stopping finish that saw him hit a four off the last ball of the game. CSK pacer Mukesh Choudhary wreaked havoc with the new ball before Tilak Varma’s responsible 51 …

2 years, 11 months ago

WATCH: CSK arrange special celebration for MS Dhoni on 11th anniversary of India's 2011 World Cup win

Hindustan Times

April 2, 2011 will forever be etched in the memories of Indian cricket fans as MS Dhoni's magnificent strike at the iconic Wankhede Stadium sent the entire nation into euphoria. It was on this day that India lifted their second ICC World Cup trophy, beating Sri Lanka in the final at home. And as the whole of India celebrated the …

2 years, 11 months ago

'MS is going out to fetch us the trophy': Upton recalls Kirsten's words, explains Dhoni's 'brave decision' in WC final

Hindustan Times

No Indian fan can forget Ravi Shastri’s words from the commentator’s box– ‘Dhoni finishes off in style… A magnificent strike into the crowd.’ It was truly a never-to-be-forgotten moment for every individual who was glued to his television set. It was a triumph that will be remembered for generations as Dhoni smashed Sri Lanka’s Nuwan Kulasekara for a six to …

2 years, 11 months ago

IPL 2022: MS Dhoni fifty in vain as KKR thump CSK in the opener in Mumbai

India Today

MS Dhoni's first Indian Premier League fifty in 3 years was in vain as defending champions Chennai Super Kings lost their season opener to Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday, March 26. Riding on a solid knock from new-recruit Ajinkya Rahane and quickfire cameos from Nitish Rana and Sam Billings, KKR chased down a paltry …

2 years, 11 months ago

CSK vs KKR: MS Dhoni takes fans down memory lane, becomes oldest Indian to hit IPL half-century

India Today

MS Dhoni showed flashes of his vintage self with the bat as the Chennai Super Kings star put on a show to hit a 38-ball fifty against Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League 2022 opener at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. After being welcomed to the field by loud "Dhoni, Dhoni" cheers from the Wankhede Stadium crowd on …

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