Watch: Gavaskar breaks down on live TV while showing Dhoni's autographed shirt, says ‘before I die, I would…’
1 year, 10 months ago

Watch: Gavaskar breaks down on live TV while showing Dhoni's autographed shirt, says ‘before I die, I would…’

Hindustan Times  

MS Dhoni is much more than his achievements on the cricket field and that is saying a lot, considering he is the only captain to have won all ICC limited-overs tournaments and is the second in the list of all-time run-scorers among keepers. Sunil Gavaskar was in tears when talking about MS Dhoni The way Sunil Gavaskar, one of Indian cricket's first superstars, ran to get an autograph of Dhoni after the match against KKR, spoke volumes about the emotions he and the entire country has for CSK captain. Speaking from Star Sports Studio, Sunil Gavaskar said, "I decided to create a special memory When I got to know about MS Dhoni's lap of honour. VIDEO: Gavaskar in tears while showing MS Dhoni's autographed shirt on live TV An emotional Gavaskar went on revealing the two most special moments from the cricket which he would cherish for the rest of his life. Sunil Gavaskar said from Star Sports Studio, "Kapil Dev lifting the 1983 WC Trophy and MS Dhoni hitting that winning six in the 2011 WC final are the two cricketing moments I would love to see before I die."

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

Sachin Tendulkar's 'infectious' post on Shikhar Dhawan's retirement: 'Know that your legacy is forever etched...'
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar's 'infectious' post on Shikhar Dhawan's retirement: 'Know that your legacy is forever etched...'

Hindustan Times  

Senior India batter Shikhar Dhawan, on Saturday, drew curtains on his career as he announced his retirement from all forms of cricket two years after he last played for India. Following the announcement, India batting legend Sachin Tendulkar joined the bandwagon of former and incumbent cricketers in sharing congratulatory wishes. Sachin Tendulkar shared a post on Shikhar Dhawan's retirement Sachin …

Farewell Shikhar Dhawan: Indian cricket's 'Gabbar' was a smiling altruist
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Farewell Shikhar Dhawan: Indian cricket's 'Gabbar' was a smiling altruist

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Indian cricket bids farewell to Shikhar Dhawan, affectionately known as 'Gabbar,' as he retires from all forms of the game. Despite the inevitable ups and downs, Dhawan remained steadfast in his commitment to the team, always sporting a smile and exuding grace and dignity. Dhawan lived up to that encouragement throughout his career, balancing personal aspirations with the …

'48,000 Dhoni shirts, couldn't believe it': Langer criticises Indian cricket fans with 'Hardik booed every game' claim
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'48,000 Dhoni shirts, couldn't believe it': Langer criticises Indian cricket fans with 'Hardik booed every game' claim

Hindustan Times  

With Kolkata Knight Riders set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2024 final on Sunday, fans will be looking back at this season as one to remember. IPL 2024 saw plenty of big moments like Riyan Parag finally justifying his RR selection, Sunil Narine's opening role for KKR, MI's drama and much more. Chennai Super Kings' MS Dhoni runs …

MS Dhoni, teammates give special gift to fans in lap of honour as CSK beat RR in final IPL 2024 home game in Chennai
10 months, 1 week ago

MS Dhoni, teammates give special gift to fans in lap of honour as CSK beat RR in final IPL 2024 home game in Chennai

Hindustan Times  

In what is turning out to be a super entertaining IPL 2024 season, MS Dhoni and his Chennai Super Kings teammates took a lap of honour at MA Chidambaram Stadium, after their win against Rajasthan Royals on Sunday. The players also gave away signed balls to fans, after their 50th home win at the venue, and it was also their …

82-year-old CSK fan's tribute post for MS Dhoni wins internet
11 months, 2 weeks ago

82-year-old CSK fan's tribute post for MS Dhoni wins internet

India Today  

An 82-year-old fan of MS Dhoni has become an internet sensation after her heartwarming tribute to the cricketer surfaced online. Janaki Paati, who is a die-hard fan of the former Indian cricket captain, attended a Chennai Super Kings match and couldn't contain her excitement after watching Dhoni live on the field. In a post on Instagram, Janaki shared her love …

MS Dhoni, Gautam Gambhir set Internet ablaze with warm gesture after CSK vs KKR game at Chepauk | WATCH
11 months, 2 weeks ago

MS Dhoni, Gautam Gambhir set Internet ablaze with warm gesture after CSK vs KKR game at Chepauk | WATCH

India TV News  

Former Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni and Kolkata Knight Riders' mentor Gautam Gambhir have been true servants of Indian cricket. While Gambhir has retired from all forms of cricket and is in a support staff role, Dhoni is in the twilight of his IPL career after retiring from International cricket four years back. Two long-time IPL rivals Dhoni and …

Watch: MS Dhoni Opens Up On Post-Retirement Plans
1 year, 3 months ago

Watch: MS Dhoni Opens Up On Post-Retirement Plans

ABP News  

Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has opened up on his post-retirement plans at a recent event. The 2023 Indian Premier League winner holds the honorary rank of Lieutanent Colonel in the Indian Army and has often spend time with the Indian Army personnel in the past. The Ranchi-based cricketer saw a swansong of a tournament as he received …

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

‘Legend like Gavaskar…’: MS gets highest of praises from across the border, says ‘IPL will be remembered for Dhonimania’
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Legend like Gavaskar…’: MS gets highest of praises from across the border, says ‘IPL will be remembered for Dhonimania’

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Premier League produced yet another spectacle and the cash rich league culminated with Chennai Super Kings securing their fifth title. Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja pose for a picture with the IPL trophy MS Dhoni, who many anticipated was making his final appearance in the field, also had his moments. Recalling the proceedings, including …

MS Dhoni admits he had tears in his eyes as CSK captain recalls fairytale IPL 2023 campaign
1 year, 9 months ago

MS Dhoni admits he had tears in his eyes as CSK captain recalls fairytale IPL 2023 campaign

India Today  

MS Dhoni admitted he had tears in his eyes after he heard his name being chanted by the crowd in the opening match of the 2023 Indian Premier League against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 31. Nearly two months later, as Chennai Super Kings defeated the Titans in the season finale to win their …

'I'd be extremely surprised if...': Pietersen's blockbuster statement on Dhoni after CSK's final home game
1 year, 10 months ago

'I'd be extremely surprised if...': Pietersen's blockbuster statement on Dhoni after CSK's final home game

Hindustan Times  

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen is convinced the legendary cricketer MS Dhoni can extend his glorious stint at Chennai Super Kings for another season in the Indian Premier League. Pietersen has issued a blockbuster statement on Dhoni Four-time champions CSK did a special lap of honour at the Chepauk after Chennai's final home game of the IPL 2023 against Kolkata …

'When I heard Dhoni and CSK players are going...': Gavaskar's smashing revelation after autograph video goes viral
1 year, 10 months ago

'When I heard Dhoni and CSK players are going...': Gavaskar's smashing revelation after autograph video goes viral

Hindustan Times  

"There is stardom and then there is MS Dhoni" - read a tweet moments after that autograph video went viral all over social media. Even South Africa legend Graeme Smith had told Hindustan Times a few days earlier that he was shocked to see the craze among fans for MS Dhoni. Sunil Gavaskar makes smashing revelation after MS Dhoni autograph …

MS Dhoni’s last IPL match in Chennai: Sunil Gavaskar asks for autograph
1 year, 10 months ago

MS Dhoni’s last IPL match in Chennai: Sunil Gavaskar asks for autograph

Live Mint  

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings played their last match of the season at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. Interestingly, while Dhoni was leading the lap of honour, former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar also came running to get the 2011 world-winning captain's autograph on his shirt. Not just Gavaskar, Kolkata Night Riders players including Rinku Singh also qued up with their jerseys …

Kevin Pietersen recalls MS Dhoni's love for CSK during time at Rising Pune Super Giants: He got so emotional
1 year, 10 months ago

Kevin Pietersen recalls MS Dhoni's love for CSK during time at Rising Pune Super Giants: He got so emotional

India Today  

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen recalled his conversation with MS Dhoni during their time at Rising Pune Super Giants, saying he got really emotional while talking about his return to Chennai Super Kings. Speaking to Star Sports during CSK’s lap of appreciation for their home fans at the Chepauk Stadium, Pietersen said Dhoni is an inspiring person and cares so …

IPL 2023: Sunil Gavaskar gets autograph from MS Dhoni after joining CSK's lap of honour at Chepauk
1 year, 10 months ago

IPL 2023: Sunil Gavaskar gets autograph from MS Dhoni after joining CSK's lap of honour at Chepauk

India Today  

In one of the most heartwarming moments in the Indian Premier League, legendary Sunil Gavaskar rushed to meet MS Dhoni after Chennai Super Kings' final home game of the IPL 2023 season at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. MS Dhoni obliged and signed Sunil Gavaskar's shirt as the crowd at the MA Chidambaram Stadium cheered for the two legends. Gavaskar revealed …

MS Dhoni makes cheeky remark about retirement after IPL 2023: You've decided it is my last, not me
1 year, 10 months ago

MS Dhoni makes cheeky remark about retirement after IPL 2023: You've decided it is my last, not me

India Today  

Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni made a cheeky remark about retirement at the toss ahead of their match against Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Ekana Stadium turned up in a sea of yellow colour for MS Dhoni and made deafening noise when the CSK captain won the toss against the home side. Broadcaster at the …

MS Dhoni Poses For A Picture With Groundsmen At Wankhede Stadium, Picture Viral
1 year, 11 months ago

MS Dhoni Poses For A Picture With Groundsmen At Wankhede Stadium, Picture Viral

ABP News  

Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni is among the most revered cricketers in India. Even though Chennai were playing an away match, there were a considerable amount of CSK fans as well and the reason was no one else than Dhoni and what he has achieved for Indian cricket. In a heartwarming gesture, Dhoni interacted with the groundsmen of the …

CSK fans lap up to Dhoni’s batting practice in Chennai ahead of IPL 2023 opener
1 year, 11 months ago

CSK fans lap up to Dhoni’s batting practice in Chennai ahead of IPL 2023 opener

The Hindu  

A couple of subtle taps on the turf. CSK’s first open practice session in over four years in Chennai received a massive response from the fans as a huge crowd turned up despite the impromptu announcement from the team. Fans throng one end of the allocated C-D-E stands awaiting MS Dhoni’s arrival with the bat. WATCH: Chennai Super Kings practice …

MS Dhoni incredibly fit bloke, probably surprised himself with his batting in IPL 2022: Ravi Shastri
2 years, 10 months ago

MS Dhoni incredibly fit bloke, probably surprised himself with his batting in IPL 2022: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri said MS Dhoni returning to play Indian Premier League in 2023 is good news for Chennai Super Kings, adding that 'an incredibly fit' player like him should not have any problems easing into the scheme of things next year. Putting an end to speculation, MS Dhoni confirmed on Friday, ahead of CSK's last match …

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

Sunil Gavaskar joins Instagram on 50th anniversary of Test debut
4 years ago

Sunil Gavaskar joins Instagram on 50th anniversary of Test debut

Op India  

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has finally opened an account on Instagram. Source: Rohan Gavaskar/Twitter Sunil Gavaskar was felicitated by the BCCI ahead of the 3rd Day of the 4th Test match between India versus England at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad. Celebrating 50 years of Sunil Gavaskar's Test debut 👏👏 The cricketing world paid tribute to the legendary …

Sunil Gavaskar pays heartfelt tribute to 'inspiring' Indian team: We Indians will be truly proud of our cricketers
4 years, 2 months ago

Sunil Gavaskar pays heartfelt tribute to 'inspiring' Indian team: We Indians will be truly proud of our cricketers

India Today  

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar came up with a befitting tribute for the 'inspiring' Team India as he hailed the mental strength and courage displayed by Ajinkya Rahane-led side in the 4-Test series after the Adelaide heartbreak. Gavaskar said no matter what happens at the Gabba, the Indian fans will be truly proud of this team and the Australians will always …

Dhoni's bond with CSK, its fans and Chennai is unshakable: N. Srinivasan
4 years, 6 months ago

Dhoni's bond with CSK, its fans and Chennai is unshakable: N. Srinivasan

The Hindu  

N. Srinivasan knows when he sees a winner. So as an all-round cricketer and a winner, he has no equal in Indian cricket.” Asked whether he was aware of Dhoni’s sudden decision to retire from international cricket on August 15, Srinivasan replied, “That is between me and him.” READ | Trekking back to Dhoni’s shock decision to bid adieu as …

How MS Dhoni broke free of cricket’s shackles to transcend India itself
4 years, 7 months ago

How MS Dhoni broke free of cricket’s shackles to transcend India itself

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. During India’s …

Sunil Gavaskar gets emotional, says ‘Told Dhoni I’d watch his six in my last moments’
4 years, 7 months ago

Sunil Gavaskar gets emotional, says ‘Told Dhoni I’d watch his six in my last moments’

Hindustan Times  

Indian cricket is rich in the sense it is a sport that has given the country multiple stalwarts who have left their mark on the world stage. One such moment came when former India opener Sunil Gavaskar was describing the impact of the recently-retired MS Dhoni on Indian cricket. Sunil Gavaskar and MS Dhoni Gavaskar, who was part of the …

MS Dhoni retires: Virat Kohli shares video to thank MSD for memorable on-field moments
4 years, 7 months ago

MS Dhoni retires: Virat Kohli shares video to thank MSD for memorable on-field moments

Firstpost  

The 70-second clip shared by Kohli shows the partnership shared by Dhoni and the current Indian captain. A day after Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket, India skipper Kohli shared a video that typifies the bond two Indian cricket’s stalwarts enjoyed. Sharing the video, Kohli wrote, “Thank you for these moments skip.” He added that he could …

MS Dhoni retires: Cricketing legend and inscrutable enigma who launched a million middle class dreams
4 years, 7 months ago

MS Dhoni retires: Cricketing legend and inscrutable enigma who launched a million middle class dreams

Firstpost  

Dhoni was no saint, no God, and fairly enough, never pretended to be one. For all the insanely public lives Indian cricketers live, he succeeded in creating an island for himself and his family, and in the process, secured his legacy in the annals of India’s rich cricketing history. Even his farewell montage has two shots of that ill-fated World …

I’m a big fan of Sunil Gavaskar, says actor Joy Sengupta
5 years ago

I’m a big fan of Sunil Gavaskar, says actor Joy Sengupta

The Hindu  

First things first, I am a big fan of Sunil Manohar Gavaskar. And in that particular series, John Lever allegedly rubbed Vaseline onto one side of the ball so it would swing better. In 1978, when India toured Pakistan, we heard radio commentary on how Zaheer Abbas plundered India, and once again, it was Mr. Gavaskar, who held the fort …

Unrelenting suspense over MS Dhoni's cricketing future reinitiates debate on whether icons in Indian cricket know how to bow out gracefully
5 years, 5 months ago

Unrelenting suspense over MS Dhoni's cricketing future reinitiates debate on whether icons in Indian cricket know how to bow out gracefully

Firstpost  

The 38-year-old Dhoni has been on a sabbatical for more than two months now and is unlikely to be available for India assignments even in November. The continued suspense over Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s future has revived the debate on whether the biggest icons in Indian cricket know when the time is right to bow out of the scene gracefully. There …

WATCH: Lt Col MS Dhoni delivers a speech at an event in Chennai
5 years, 7 months ago

WATCH: Lt Col MS Dhoni delivers a speech at an event in Chennai

India Today  

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who is known for his modesty on the field as well as off the field, was seen delivering a speech in an event held at Chennai. Dhoni has a very special connection with Chennai as he has been the part of one of the most successful franchises of the Indian Premier League, Chennai Super Kings, since 2008. …

Remembering Sunil Gavaskar Presents, India’s first cricket TV show
5 years, 11 months ago

Remembering Sunil Gavaskar Presents, India’s first cricket TV show

The Hindu  

As a cricket-mad boy growing up in small towns in central India in the 1980s, to be able to follow the fortunes of the Indian team, especially when it toured abroad, was a test of your love for the game. Then, in 1987, came India’s very first cricket TV show, Sunil Gavaskar Presents. SGP offered incontrovertible evidence, bolstered by Gavaskar’s …

Watch: MS Dhoni shows his love and patriotism with this gesture in 3rd T20I
6 years, 1 month ago

Watch: MS Dhoni shows his love and patriotism with this gesture in 3rd T20I

India TV News  

Mahendra Singh Dhoni showed his love and patriotism towards his country in the last T20I match against New Zealand. The former India skipper was playing his 300th T20 match and joined the elite list of 13 players with the likes of Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Brendon McCullum, Chris Gayle, Shoaib Malik, Ryan ten Doeschate, Dwayne Smith, Albie Morkel, Ravi Bopara, …

WATCH: MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's kind gesture before the 5th ODI creates a buzz on Internet
6 years, 4 months ago

WATCH: MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's kind gesture before the 5th ODI creates a buzz on Internet

India TV News  

Former India captain and current ODI wicketkeeper MS Dhoni on November 1 won hearts after fulfilling the wish of a special fan on his way to the 5th and final ODI against West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram. In a video posted by MS Dhoni Fans Official's Facebook page, the legend is seen walking towards the Greenfield Stadium but stops on his …

Watch: MS Dhoni bursts out laughing after Jasprit Bumrah's run out of Eoin Morgan
8 years, 2 months ago

Watch: MS Dhoni bursts out laughing after Jasprit Bumrah's run out of Eoin Morgan

Deccan Chronicle  

Cuttack: Stepping down from India’s limited-overs captaincy has certainly reduced a lot of pressure from Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s shoulder. Follow: Live updates from India vs England, 3rd ODI at Eden Gardens With Virat Kohli becoming India’s skipper across formats, a lot of Dhoni fans and some of the senior Indian cricketers like Yuvraj Singh, had hoped that Dhoni would return …

Cricket legends send in heartfelt messages for Indian captain MS Dhoni - IndiaTV News
9 years, 11 months ago

Cricket legends send in heartfelt messages for Indian captain MS Dhoni - IndiaTV News

India TV News  

Ever since India lost World Cup 2015 semi final to Australia, Indian cricket fans went berserk finding someone to blame for it - even it meant blaming a supportive girlffriend like Anushka Sharma. Meanwhile changing their targets for blamb-game from Anushka to Virat to Dhoni and to even that dude who didn't wear his regular 'blue t-shirt' that day, one …

Emotional Tendulkar touches home pitch before saying goodbye to cricket
11 years, 4 months ago

Emotional Tendulkar touches home pitch before saying goodbye to cricket

India TV News  

He came back to the ground one last time and touched the 22-yard strip with his hands as a mark of respect.His family was with him throughout and they were also vociferously cheered by the crowd. It was one moment where emotions were difficult to control. Some had moist eyes, those who know how to conceal their emotions probably hid …

MS Dhoni-led India Won ICC Champions Trophy on This Day in 2013 and Twitter Can't Keep Calm
11 years, 5 months ago

MS Dhoni-led India Won ICC Champions Trophy on This Day in 2013 and Twitter Can't Keep Calm

News 18  

On this very day, June 23, a chapter of Indian cricket history was written in bold and unforgettable letters. It was a momentous occasion when the then-captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni steered the Indian team to a resounding victory in the ICC Champions Trophy of 2013, securing their most recent ICC title to date and the first since a damp final …

World Cup victory bash: How MS Dhoni took the backseat
13 years, 11 months ago

World Cup victory bash: How MS Dhoni took the backseat

India Today  

MS Dhoni was pivotal in India's thrilling six-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the World Cup final Sachin Tendulkar finally winning the World Cup in his sixth attempt - that too on his home ground - was the culmination every Indian wanted to the six week tournament. Lost in all this hero-worshipping was the man who actually guided the team …

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