Indebted to Dhoni for the rest of my life: Ashwin on hitting the 500-wicket mark
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 a bonafide superstar in Indian cricket, just second behind the great Anil Kumble in the list of top Indian wicket-takers in the five-day format. Dhoni flung the new ball to Ashwin in the 2011 IPL final against Royal Challengers Bangalore and the then rookie off-spinner made an impact in the fourth ball itself, dismissing an in-form Chris Gayle. The same year he made his India debut under Dhoni, picking up the player of the match honours in the game against the West Indies in Delhi.

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Watch: R Ashwin and MS Dhoni recreate old magic to outfox rampaging Nitish Rana
19 hours, 36 minutes ago

Watch: R Ashwin and MS Dhoni recreate old magic to outfox rampaging Nitish Rana

India Today  

R Ashwin and MS Dhoni combined to take fans down memory lane as they outsmarted Nitish Rana to secure a crucial breakthrough for Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2025 away game against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati on Sunday, March 30. | IPL, RR vs CSK Updates | There was a touch of nostalgia as Ashwin and Dhoni were in …

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni walks in at No.7, but fails to fire for CSK vs RR
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19 hours, 36 minutes ago

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni walks in at No.7, but fails to fire for CSK vs RR

India Today  

Chennai Super Kings faced a cruel twist of fate after their loss to Rajasthan Royals on March 30 in the Indian Premier League, even after MS Dhoni’s promotion to number 7 couldn’t salvage the chase of the 183-run target. IPL 2025: RR vs CSK Updates | Full Scorecard Despite hitting a boundary and a six ion his 16 off 11 …

Make MS Dhoni CSK captain again, he is playing IPL more as a brand: Sanjay Manjrekar
1 day, 5 hours ago

Make MS Dhoni CSK captain again, he is playing IPL more as a brand: Sanjay Manjrekar

India Today  

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar said on Saturday that MS Dhoni could contribute more to Chennai Super Kings if he resumes captaincy in IPL 2025. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule Dhoni's decision to hold himself back when the team was in crisis left many fans disappointed, with some criticising the 43-year-old for not taking greater …

Rajat Patidar follows Gautam Gambhir’s attacking act against MS Dhoni in CSK vs RCB, fans say ‘new villain is born'
1 day, 7 hours ago

Rajat Patidar follows Gautam Gambhir’s attacking act against MS Dhoni in CSK vs RCB, fans say ‘new villain is born'

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru wrapped up a historically dominant win over Chennai Super Kings, handing the hosts the biggest ever margin of loss they have suffered in Chennai in the history of the IPL. MS Dhoni plays an attacking shot off the last ball against RCB The match was already all but lost when Dhoni arrived at the crease, but RCB …

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's bromance after RCB hammer CSK in front of home crowd takes the cake
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1 day, 10 hours ago

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's bromance after RCB hammer CSK in front of home crowd takes the cake

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended a 17-year jinx at Chepauk by defeating Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs in the IPL 2025 clash on Friday. While RCB’s victory marked their first triumph at this venue since 2008, the post-match camaraderie between Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni captured the hearts of fans worldwide. MS Dhoni hugging Virat Kohli after RCB beat CSK …

MS Dhoni slammed on social media after batting at No 9 in CSK's 50-run loss against RCB: 'Reduced himself to a joke'
1 day, 15 hours ago

MS Dhoni slammed on social media after batting at No 9 in CSK's 50-run loss against RCB: 'Reduced himself to a joke'

Firstpost  

MS Dhoni has been batting at No 8 since 2023 thanks to a dodgy knee that has greatly reduced his ability to run between the wickets. — Harsha Bhogle March 28, 2025 Has anyone hit more sixes in already-lost IPL matches than Jadeja and Dhoni? — Karthik Krishnaswamy March 28, 2025 As an Indian cricket fan from the 90s, I …

MS Dhoni on why he bats so low for CSK: 'It's taking some pressure off me…'
1 day, 18 hours ago

MS Dhoni on why he bats so low for CSK: 'It's taking some pressure off me…'

Hindustan Times  

MS Dhoni came out to bat at No.9 during the Chennai Super Kings chase of 197 against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 8 of the IPL 2025 edition. MS Dhoni came out to bat at No.9 during CSK's chase of 197 against RCB at Chepauk Before the 18th edition of the cash-rich league began, MS Dhoni sat down for …

Krunal Pandya hugs MS Dhoni after he avenges bouncer with two sixes; Rajat Patidar takes his cap off before handshake
1 day, 18 hours ago

Krunal Pandya hugs MS Dhoni after he avenges bouncer with two sixes; Rajat Patidar takes his cap off before handshake

Hindustan Times  

MS Dhoni is at that stage of his IPL career where the match situation, opposition, and venue don't matter. The reactions of Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Krunal Pandya after the Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match at Chepauk added another chapter. Krunal Pandya, Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli show admiration for MS Dhoni When Dhoni came out to …

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni bats below R Ashwin in CSK vs RCB, fans slam tactics
2 days, 19 hours ago

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni bats below R Ashwin in CSK vs RCB, fans slam tactics

India Today  

Chennai Super Kings wicketkeeper batter MS Dhoni faced widespread backlash from fans for not coming out to bat early during their game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Saturday, March 29 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. IPL 2025 CSK vs RCB Updates However, with CSK in desperate need of Dhoni’s vast experience in the difficult run chase, the veteran batter wasn’t …

IPL 2025: Four uncapped stars who shone in first week
3 days, 19 hours ago

IPL 2025: Four uncapped stars who shone in first week

India Today  

The Indian Premier League has often provided a platform for several young stars of the country to make a name for themselves. The first few games of the IPL 2025 have also witnessed many new stars emerging as match-winners for their respective teams, staying true to IPL’s slogan of ‘Yatra Pratibha Avsara Prapnotihi’, which translates to ‘where talent meets opportunity.’ …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer’s selfless act against Gujarat Titans draws comparison with Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni; here’s why
4 days, 7 hours ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer’s selfless act against Gujarat Titans draws comparison with Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni; here’s why

Live Mint  

Shreyas Iyer's selfless act during Punjab Kings' IPL 2025 opener against Gujarat Titans on Tuesday has drawn comparisons with legendary MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli in the Indian Premier League. At the same time, two old videos of Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni prioritising personal milestones in the IPL, have resurfaced on social media, thus drawing comparisons with the 30-year-old. …

IPL bowlers may soon need psychologists, some pitches are unplayable: R Ashwin
4 days, 19 hours ago

IPL bowlers may soon need psychologists, some pitches are unplayable: R Ashwin

India Today  

Off-spinner R Ashwin has lamented the lack of balance between bat and ball in the Indian Premier League. Highlighting that only two matches in the first week of IPL 2025 saw scores below 200, Ashwin said bowlers may soon need personal psychologists to cope with the mental stress of conceding runs at an unprecedented rate. Speaking on his YouTube channel, …

IPL: Ashutosh Sharma brings a vision to life
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5 days, 5 hours ago

IPL: Ashutosh Sharma brings a vision to life

Hindustan Times  

NewDelhi: In just his second IPL season, Ashutosh Sharma delivered yet another reminder of the league’s ability to raise the status of unheralded domestic talent. Having fallen short in similar situations last season -- against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, where he scored 33 off 15 and 61 off 28 respectively -- Ashutosh went one step further this time, smashing …

IPL 2025, DC vs LSG, Ashutosh Sharma dedicates knock to Mentor Shikhar Dhawan; Watch heartfelt video call
5 days, 7 hours ago

IPL 2025, DC vs LSG, Ashutosh Sharma dedicates knock to Mentor Shikhar Dhawan; Watch heartfelt video call

Live Mint  

Delhi Capitals' Ashutosh Sharma snatched victory from the hands of Lucknow Super Giants, in a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter on Monday. He played an explosive knock of 66 off just 31 balls and was named the Player of the Match which he dedicated to India's former cricketer Shikhar Dhawan. After winning the POTM award, he dedicated it to his Mentor …

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav takes internet by storm with his Instagram story for DC hero Ashutosh Sharma
5 days, 11 hours ago

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav takes internet by storm with his Instagram story for DC hero Ashutosh Sharma

Hindustan Times  

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav was bowled over by Ashutosh Sharma's batting in the IPL 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Monday. Delhi Capitals' Ashutosh Sharma celebrates his team's win against Lucknow Super Giants Surya, who led MI in their season opener in regular captain Hardik Pandya's absence, took note …

Pietersen’s advice, Dhawan’s mentorship: How Ashutosh Sharma scripted one of the most memorable knocks in IPL
5 days, 12 hours ago

Pietersen’s advice, Dhawan’s mentorship: How Ashutosh Sharma scripted one of the most memorable knocks in IPL

Firstpost  

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar said Ashutosh Sharma’s match-winning knock for Delhi Capitals will be ‘remembered for a long, long time.’ While Ashutosh richly deserves all the praise, here’s how Kevin Pietersen and Shikhar Dhawan played a role in his rise. How Pietersen and Dhawan helped in Ashutosh’s rise It’s the same advice that former England batter and now DC mentor, …

Ashutosh Sharma's 'switch hit' act for Pietersen after IPL epic, repeatedly points at dugout; DC mentor on cloud nine
5 days, 18 hours ago

Ashutosh Sharma's 'switch hit' act for Pietersen after IPL epic, repeatedly points at dugout; DC mentor on cloud nine

Hindustan Times  

Ashutosh Sharma was shockingly snubbed by Punjab Kings last October as the franchise released him before the mega auction despite an array of breathtaking shows in the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League. Ashutosh Sharma paid tribute to Kevin Pietersen after IPL knock vs LSG Delhi were staring down the barrel in their chase of 210 after being reduced …

IPL: Ashutosh Sharma impact takes DC home against LSG
Top News
5 days, 18 hours ago

IPL: Ashutosh Sharma impact takes DC home against LSG

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: It isn’t often that a Mitchell Marsh-Nicholas Pooran batting show goes to vain. Sharma’s unbeaten 31-ball 66 ensured Delhi Capitals had a night to remember, against the odds, leading them to a one-wicket victory with three balls to spare against Lucknow Super Giants. Delhi Capitals’ Ashutosh Sharma scored an unbeaten 31-ball 66 against Lucknow Super Giants to hand …

Dhoni on Impact Player rule: IPL was fine, no need for extra tweaks
6 days, 11 hours ago

Dhoni on Impact Player rule: IPL was fine, no need for extra tweaks

The Hindu  

MS Dhoni was initially not in favour of the BCCI implementing the Impact Player rule in the Indian Premier League during the 2023 season. “When it first came up, I said IPL is in such a good position, aur kuch aage masala dalne ki zarurat nahi hai. pic.twitter.com/JyQgsDT7NY — Sportstar March 21, 2025 Evolution of IPL Scoring Since the inaugural …

Pietesen, Badani jump out in joy as Ashutosh, Vipraj pull off epic chase in Vizag
6 days, 19 hours ago

Pietesen, Badani jump out in joy as Ashutosh, Vipraj pull off epic chase in Vizag

India Today  

Delhi Capitals coaches Hemang Badani and Kevin Pietersen jumped out of the dugout in joy after Ashutosh Sharma and Vipraj Nigam, who orchestrated an epic chase against Lucknow Super Giants. Ashutosh Sharma hit a six in the third ball of the final over to take DC over the line, with just a single wicket in hand. IPL 2025 Coverage | …

Season-opening wins for Hyderabad and Chennai in IPL
1 week ago

Season-opening wins for Hyderabad and Chennai in IPL

Hindustan Times  

HYDERABAD, India — Ishan Kishan scored 106 not out off 47 balls as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 44 runs in their season-opening encounter in the 2025 Indian Premier League on Sunday. Season-opening wins for Hyderabad and Chennai in IPL Kishan smacked 11 fours and six sixes in his first IPL hundred on debut for his new franchise, which …

Even if I am in a wheelchair, CSK will say 'Don't worry, you play': MS Dhoni
Top News
1 week ago

Even if I am in a wheelchair, CSK will say 'Don't worry, you play': MS Dhoni

India Today  

Legendary Chennai Super Kings wicketkeeper batter MS Dhoni finally opened up on his retirement talks and said that he’s in the last few years of his career. CSK vs MI: Live Highlights Recently, Dhoni opened up on his IPL future and revealed that the CSK management wants him to play as long as he can. So, one year at a …

Dhoni vows to continue playing IPL for CSK 'even on wheelchair', breaks silence on retirement talks: 'They will drag me'
1 week ago

Dhoni vows to continue playing IPL for CSK 'even on wheelchair', breaks silence on retirement talks: 'They will drag me'

Hindustan Times  

Is IPL 2025 MS Dhoni's final season? But the 43-year-old broke his silence on the retirement speculations ahead of Chennai Super Kings' season opener against Mumbai Indians on Sunday at home, saying that neither he nor the franchise are ready to say goodbye to each other anytime soon. Chennai Super Kings' player MS Dhoni during a training session ahead of …

IPL 2025’s old warhorses: Nine players from the first season and those who are nearing their farewell
1 week, 2 days ago

IPL 2025’s old warhorses: Nine players from the first season and those who are nearing their farewell

Firstpost  

IPL 2025 is set to begin on 22 March, featuring some of the most experienced players from the inaugural season in 2008. However, during CSK’s two-year suspension, Dhoni played for Rising Pune Supergiant, where he also led the side in 2016 before being replaced as captain in 2017. Ravichandran Ashwin Ravichandran Ashwin started his IPL journey with Chennai Super Kings …

Balaji foresees Ashwin in an anchor role for Chennai Super Kings
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1 week, 4 days ago

Balaji foresees Ashwin in an anchor role for Chennai Super Kings

The Hindu  

Just about seven months ago, in the first week of August, R. Ashwin walked out to bat at the top of the order for his side, the Dindigul Dragons, in Tamil Nadu Premier League final. Throughout TNPL, Ashwin batted right at the top and scored 252 runs at an impressive strike rate of 151.80. With the 18th edition of the …

MS Dhoni's IPL Record Against Mumbai Indians
1 week, 4 days ago

MS Dhoni's IPL Record Against Mumbai Indians

ABP News  

The 18th season of Indian Premier League kicks off on Saturday, with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders facing Royal Challengers Bangalore in the opening match. All eyes on MS Dhoni Former Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni continues to be a key attraction in the Indian Premier League. Since the tournament's inception, he has delivered countless match-winning performances, especially against …

MS Dhoni sends alarm bells across IPL, executes much-awaited helicopter shot to perfection vs Pathirana in CSK nets
Top News
1 week, 4 days ago

MS Dhoni sends alarm bells across IPL, executes much-awaited helicopter shot to perfection vs Pathirana in CSK nets

Hindustan Times  

The 2025 Indian Premier League is around the corner, which means it is that time of the year when younger fans would get a glimpse of MS Dhoni in action. It is nearly half a decade since the 43-year-old retired from international cricket, about eight years since he gave up the Indian captaincy in all formats and nearly 11 since …

‘Chris Gayle’s legs started shaking when Ashwin had the ball in his hand': Ex-India captain Srikkanth before IPL 2025
1 week, 5 days ago

‘Chris Gayle’s legs started shaking when Ashwin had the ball in his hand': Ex-India captain Srikkanth before IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

Seeing Universe Boss Chris Gayle at the striker's end can be a nightmarish sight for bowlers across the globe simply because of the left-hander's destructive style of batting but Ravichandran Ashwin is not among them. While speaking during a book launch event in Chennai, Srikkanth said Gayle could hit any bowler for fours and sixes but his legs started shaking …

‘MS Dhoni threw me the new ball against Sachin Tendulkar, shrugged his shoulders and left’: Ashwin's IPL revelation
1 week, 5 days ago

‘MS Dhoni threw me the new ball against Sachin Tendulkar, shrugged his shoulders and left’: Ashwin's IPL revelation

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin burst onto the big stage in IPL 2009 as someone who could fox the batters with his carrom ball, uncanny action and pace variation. Speaking at the launch event of a book titled Leo -- The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings, written by senior advocate and former Tamil Nadu Cricket Association vice-president PS Raman, Ashwin recalled how …

Ashwin reveals Dhoni surprised him with 'even better gift' after failing to show up for his 100th Test: ‘Thank you, MS'
1 week, 6 days ago

Ashwin reveals Dhoni surprised him with 'even better gift' after failing to show up for his 100th Test: ‘Thank you, MS'

Firstpost  

Spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin revealed he had invited MS Dhoni for his 100th Test, against England in Dharamsala last year, and had even planned to make it his farewell Test. Ashwin also revealed that he wanted legendary wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni to be present for the special occasion, which occurred during the fifth Test against England in Dharamsala in March last …

MS Dhoni leads possible end of eras: 5 IPL veterans who could make their last appearance this year
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1 week, 6 days ago

MS Dhoni leads possible end of eras: 5 IPL veterans who could make their last appearance this year

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Premier League's 18th season gets underway on Saturday. MS Dhoni struck at a whopping 220.54 in the 2024 season Let's take a look at some of the players who could be making their last appearance in the IPL this season: MS Dhoni: Easily the most obvious name on this list and yet, there is no telling if Dhoni …

Wanted to retire after playing my 100th Test, had even invited MS Dhoni: R Ashwin
1 week, 6 days ago

Wanted to retire after playing my 100th Test, had even invited MS Dhoni: R Ashwin

India Today  

Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin recently revealed that he wanted to retire after playing his 100th Test match and had even invited MS Dhoni for the grand occasion. Ashwin made his 100th appearance in Test cricket during the fifth game against England in March 2024 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. Recently, Ashwin made the shocking revelation …

'Invited MS Dhoni for my 100th Test in Dharamsala, wanted it to be my last': Ravichandran Ashwin's startling revelation
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2 weeks ago

'Invited MS Dhoni for my 100th Test in Dharamsala, wanted it to be my last': Ravichandran Ashwin's startling revelation

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin called it quits from international cricket midway during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in December 2024. Ravichandran Ashwin reveals he wanted his 100th Test in Dharamsala to be his last Ashwin played his 100th Test in Dharamsala against England in 2024. While speaking at an event in Chennai, Ashwin revealed that he wanted to play his 100th Test …

Dhoni, Ashwin at star-studded CSK book launch event
2 weeks ago

Dhoni, Ashwin at star-studded CSK book launch event

The Hindu  

A new book on Chennai Super Kings, ‘Leo—The Untold Story,’ written by senior advocate and former TNCA vice president P.S. Former India cricketer C. D. Gopinath, a member of India’s first Test-winning team, unveiled the book and musician Anirudh Ravichander received the first copy. READ: Cricket’s inclusion in LA 28, allowing family on tours, a dig at sports broadcasting - …

MS Dhoni reveals IPL moment he regrets the most: That was a big mistake
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2 weeks ago

MS Dhoni reveals IPL moment he regrets the most: That was a big mistake

India Today  

MS Dhoni revealed the one moment he regretted the most in his IPL where he lost his cool. Dhoni said that the infamous walkout on to the field during the Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals match in 2019. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule Dhoni said that in cricket there is a tendency to lose …

R Ashwin claims 5 fielders, 2 new-balls rule was made to nullify India perk
4 weeks, 1 day ago

R Ashwin claims 5 fielders, 2 new-balls rule was made to nullify India perk

India Today  

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the International Cricket Council’s ODI regulations, particularly the use of two new balls per innings and the five-fielders-inside-the-circle rule. In his latest Ash Ki Baat YouTube episode, Ashwin argued that the ICC must reconsider these rules ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa to ensure the sustainability of …

Watch: MS Dhoni hits huge sixes on Day 1 of CSK's pre-season camp in Chennai
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Watch: MS Dhoni hits huge sixes on Day 1 of CSK's pre-season camp in Chennai

India Today  

MS Dhoni returned to the training grounds in Chennai after a year’s gap, leading the first session of Chennai Super Kings' 10-day pre-season camp at their High-Performance Centre. 🙌ðŸû📹#AnbudenDiaries #WhistlePodu ðŸæðŸ’› pic.twitter.com/7lwa9BLiGN — Chennai Super Kings February 28, 2025 Meanwhile, Dhoni was WILL DHONI RETIRE AFTER IPL 2025? Speculation regarding Dhoni’s future in the IPL remains rife, even after CSK …

'Senior person' R Ashwin delighted to return to Chennai Super Kings: Feels odd
1 month ago

'Senior person' R Ashwin delighted to return to Chennai Super Kings: Feels odd

India Today  

Former Indian spinner R Ashwin said he felt ‘odd’ after returning to play for the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League in 2025. In the mega auction that took place in November, the Super Kings shelled out Rs 9.75 crore after a bidding war with Lucknow Supergiants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and the Royals. In 97 matches for the …

R Ashwin in awe of Shubman Gill's technique to take down Shaheen Afridi
1 month ago

R Ashwin in awe of Shubman Gill's technique to take down Shaheen Afridi

India Today  

Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin said that he was in awe of Shubman Gill after he took down Shaheen Afridi during the India vs Pakistan fixture in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Following Gill’s innings, Ashwin dissected his technique and mentioned how he was ready for the short ball against Afridi on a particular delivery but quickly shifted his balance …

Has Dhoni's bat got lighter? IPL 2025 may have the answer
1 month ago

Has Dhoni's bat got lighter? IPL 2025 may have the answer

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Come Indian Premier League 2025, former India and Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni may wield lighter bats. Since his under-19 days, Dhoni has been using bats weighing around 1200 grams while his teammates were using lighter ones. Suresh Raina, former India all-rounder and Dhoni's ex-CSK teammate, also confirmed the same while commentating during the India-Pakistan match on Sunday. …

MS Dhoni delivers unrelenting 'nobody cares' about age remark ahead of IPL return: 'If you're playing at this level...'
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Is playing IPL at 43 tough? MS Dhoni says 6-8 months of hard work is a must
1 month, 1 week ago

Is playing IPL at 43 tough? MS Dhoni says 6-8 months of hard work is a must

India Today  

World Cup-winning former India captain MS Dhoni said he does not take his two months in the Indian Premier League lightly, stressing that he must match the level of younger players and his competitors to ensure he contributes effectively to the Chennai Super Kings. Quashing speculation about his retirement, Dhoni said that he wants to continue playing in the IPL …

MS Dhoni opens up on his IPL future
1 month, 1 week 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 …

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni Breaks Silence On IPL Future, Says ‘Want To Enjoy Cricket Like A Child Again’
1 month, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni Breaks Silence On IPL Future, Says ‘Want To Enjoy Cricket Like A Child Again’

ABP News  

The Indian Premier League 2025 is little over a month away as the world’s biggest T20 league is set to kick off on March 22 in Kolkata. A month ahead of IPL 2025, the former India and CSK captain has shared his desire to relish playing cricket with a childlike enthusiasm in the remaining years of his career. Dhoni, who …

MS Dhoni's valuable advice recalled by Punjab Kings batter ahead of IPL 2025: 'If you're winning three games...'
2 months ago

MS Dhoni's valuable advice recalled by Punjab Kings batter ahead of IPL 2025: 'If you're winning three games...'

Hindustan Times  

Right-handed batter Shashank Singh was one of the breakout stars of the Indian Premier League 2024. Shashank Singh recalled MS Dhoni's priceless advice regarding the pressure on the players who have the ‘finisher’ tag associated with them. Shashank Singh has now recalled how MS Dhoni once told him that a player is among the world's best five or ten cricketers …

R Ashwin wants Ravindra Jadeja to bat at No.4, Hardik Pandya at 5 in Champions Trophy
2 months, 1 week ago

R Ashwin wants Ravindra Jadeja to bat at No.4, Hardik Pandya at 5 in Champions Trophy

India Today  

Ravindra Jadeja should bat at No.4 in the Champions Trophy, suggested former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. Ashwin said that if he had a chance, he would keep Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, and Axar Patel as India's 4, 5, and 6 in ODI cricket. India has a strong middle order with the likes of Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, …

The art of being Ashwin
2 months, 3 weeks ago

The art of being Ashwin

The Hindu  

Wily spinners and wristy batters were deemed as Indian cricket’s strengths for a long time. Always a brave spinner in a format that favoured the batters, Ashwin was never averse to bowl the first over when most fielders were in and men like Chris Gayle were on the prowl. Precision and perfection Currently placed seventh in the all-time Test wicket-takers’ …

Pragyan Ojha: Ashwin effectively harnessed his cricketing intelligence and relentless hunger for success
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Pragyan Ojha: Ashwin effectively harnessed his cricketing intelligence and relentless hunger for success

The Hindu  

When we began playing age-group cricket more than two decades ago, I distinctly remember hearing the name Ravichandran Ashwin for the first time. Eventually, he earned his place in Tamil Nadu’s Ranji Trophy team, featured in the Indian Premier League, and established himself as a genuine spinner, breaking into India’s white-ball team in 2010. I believe he has effectively harnessed …

Anil Kumble: Ashwin should have played in every match outside India
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Anil Kumble: Ashwin should have played in every match outside India

The Hindu  

Ravichandran Ashwin is a matchwinner. Formative years: The first time Anil Kumble saw Ravichandran Ashwin in person was in the 2011 IPL final, where Ashwin’s 3 for 16 helped CSK beat RCB. | Photo Credit: PTI A good-quality batter or bowler should be able to adapt, and Ashwin has, even though he has not had the opportunity to play in …

MS Dhoni drops major update on fitness ahead of return to cricket for CSK in IPL 2025
2 months, 4 weeks ago

MS Dhoni drops major update on fitness ahead of return to cricket for CSK in IPL 2025

India TV News  

Former India cricketer and current Chennai Super Kings star MS Dhoni has dropped an update on his fitness ahead of the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League. Dhoni, who plays competitive cricket only in IPL now, was retained as an uncapped player for Rs 4 crore by CSK for IPL 2025. Dhoni has already handed the captaincy to opener …

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