MS Dhoni had more impact in 'long home series' than Sourav Ganguly as captain: Srikkanth
4 years, 5 months ago

MS Dhoni had more impact in 'long home series' than Sourav Ganguly as captain: Srikkanth

India TV News  

Former BCCI chairman of selectors Krishnamachari Srikkanth has rated MS Dhoni as better captain than Sourav Ganguly at home in Test cricket. Both have brought the revolution in cricket during their captaincy tenure, Ganguly made Team India a fierce side on overseas soil while under Dhoni the Men in Blue tasted success in ICC tournaments. Former India captain Kris Srikkanth it was a very difficult comparison as he feels Ganguly was fantastic in 2001 Test series against Australia. Former South Africa skipper Graeme Smith also hailed Dhoni and said he always made others feel comfortable around him with his calm and composed nature.

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‘…MS Dhoni would be livid, he would take me off the bowling’: Ashwin dissects basics that set legendary captain apart
2 weeks, 4 days ago

‘…MS Dhoni would be livid, he would take me off the bowling’: Ashwin dissects basics that set legendary captain apart

Hindustan Times  

What makes MS Dhoni really special as a captain? Well, Ravichandran Ashwin has a simple answer: The World Cup-winning captain does the "basics" better than anybody else. Dhoni recognised Ashwin's sheer potential and unleashed him during the Indian Premier League 2010 season when the duo shared the dressing room for the Chennai Super Kings. It makes the game look much …

"MS Dhoni is a brilliant spinners captain": Former CSK cricketer Srikkanth
1 month, 4 weeks ago

"MS Dhoni is a brilliant spinners captain": Former CSK cricketer Srikkanth

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Former Tamil Nadu and Chennai Super Kings player Anirudha Srikkanth feels that franchise icon MS Dhoni is a brilliant "spinners captain." "MS Dhoni is a brilliant spinners captain": Former CSK cricketer Srikkanth Srikkanth, who featured for the five-time champions during his stint in the cash-rich league, had first-hand experience of seeing Dhoni in action, leading the side. …

Ponting's Insights on Chennai Super Kings' Decision to Retain MS Dhoni
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2 months ago

Ponting's Insights on Chennai Super Kings' Decision to Retain MS Dhoni

Hindustan Times  

Chennai Super Kings have retained MS Dhoni for ₹4 crore in the IPL 2024 auction. The veteran wicketkeeper has been a key player for the franchise, despite his age and injury concerns. Ponting praised Dhoni's leadership and impact on the team, highlighting his ability to mentor and inspire his teammates.

MS Dhoni Remembers Handing Over Captaincy to Sourav Ganguly in Emotional Farewell Test
2 months, 1 week ago

MS Dhoni Remembers Handing Over Captaincy to Sourav Ganguly in Emotional Farewell Test

India Today  

Former Indian captain MS Dhoni recalled the unforgettable moment he handed the captaincy of the Indian team to Sourav Ganguly during his farewell Test against Australia in Nagpur in November 2008. Ganguly, one of India's most influential captains, had announced that it would be the final international appearance of his illustrious career. Dhoni, speaking of that symbolic moment on the …

'He will go and talk to each player': Harbhajan Singh compares captaincy styles of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma
4 months, 1 week ago

'He will go and talk to each player': Harbhajan Singh compares captaincy styles of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma

India TV News  

MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma are the two latest India captains to win an ICC trophy during their leadership tenure. Dhoni began his captaincy by winning the inaugural edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in 2007, clinched the ODI World Cup in 2011 and also helped India win the ICC Men's Champions Trophy in 2013. On the other …

"One of the best captains alongside Dhoni...": Ravi Shastri on Rohit Sharma
5 months, 1 week ago

"One of the best captains alongside Dhoni...": Ravi Shastri on Rohit Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, : Former Indian all-rounder and head coach Ravi Shastri applauded Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, calling him one of India's best captains alongside MS Dhoni. Also to top it off, he led India to the ICC T20 World Cup title after a thrilling win in the final against South Africa at Barbados, ending India's ICC trophy drought of 11 years. …

'If you ask me who's better...': Shastri can't keep calm, calls Rohit Sharma vs Dhoni comparison right down the middle
5 months, 1 week ago

'If you ask me who's better...': Shastri can't keep calm, calls Rohit Sharma vs Dhoni comparison right down the middle

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma may have just received the biggest compliment of his career. Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni during the 2019 World Cup Shastri, who monitored both Rohit and Dhoni during his time as India coach from 2015 to 2021, has nothing to separate the two when it comes to captaincy. Dhoni is arguably India's greatest captain, but Rohit, after leading …

'Would've made more sense if Dhoni had retired': MSD's captaincy 'hand over' move slammed before CSK's IPL 2024 opener
9 months, 2 weeks ago

'Would've made more sense if Dhoni had retired': MSD's captaincy 'hand over' move slammed before CSK's IPL 2024 opener

Hindustan Times  

MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings sent the cricket fraternity into frenzy right before the start of the 2024 Indian Premier League, as the five-time champion CSK veteran stepped down from captaincy, handing the reins to Ruturaj Gaikwad. Dhoni had led the side to a title win last season but trusted Gaikwad for the leadership duty this year, who made …

'It took MS Dhoni 15 years to…': Sourav Ganguly after Sunil Gavaskar calls Dhruv Jurel 'another MSD'
10 months, 1 week ago

'It took MS Dhoni 15 years to…': Sourav Ganguly after Sunil Gavaskar calls Dhruv Jurel 'another MSD'

Hindustan Times  

In a series where four youngsters made their India debut, Dhruv Jurel's was probably the most memorable one. After Rajat Patidar skidded off the runway, Sarfaraz Khan's blistering twin fifties in Rajkot and Akash Deep's wreckage of England's top order with three quick wickets in Ranchi, Jurel's knocks of steel in both innings of a Test match could well be …

'Rohit Sharma is the next MS Dhoni. Sourav Ganguly also...': Suresh Raina's million-dollar captaincy assessment
10 months, 2 weeks ago

'Rohit Sharma is the next MS Dhoni. Sourav Ganguly also...': Suresh Raina's million-dollar captaincy assessment

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma was both praised and criticised through the course of the last two Test matches - in Rajkot and Ranchi - despite India winning both the games. While few draw comparisons with Ben Stokes' aggressive style of play, especially through field placements, few others claimed that India "missed Virat Kohli's leadership", the remaining were all praise at how the …

'Had My Differences With MS Dhoni': T20 World Cup Winner Makes BIG Revelation
1 year, 3 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 …

‘I would say Sourav Ganguly’: Former India star Kaif picks best captain, reveals ‘big comment’ from ex-BCCI chief
1 year, 6 months ago

‘I would say Sourav Ganguly’: Former India star Kaif picks best captain, reveals ‘big comment’ from ex-BCCI chief

Hindustan Times  

Considered to be one of the greatest fielders in cricket history, Mohammad Kaif shared the field with some legendary cricketers during his playing career. File image of Sourav Ganguly with Yuvraj Singh and Mohammad Kaif. The 42-year-old is most famous for his role in India's win vs England in the 2022 NatWest Series final, where he helped Sourav Ganguly's side …

Sourav Ganguly: The dynamic revolutionary of Indian cricket
1 year, 6 months ago

Sourav Ganguly: The dynamic revolutionary of Indian cricket

India Today  

When it comes to Sourav Ganguly, neutrality is a rare stance. As one of India's most controversial and combative cricket captains, Ganguly transformed the face of Indian cricket, earning global respect for a team that had struggled in adverse situations. Emergence of a Star Ganguly burst onto the international cricket scene in 1996, fulfilling India's need for a talented left-handed …

'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
1 year, 6 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 …

Dilip Vengsarkar reveals why and how MS Dhoni became India captain after Rahul Dravid quit
1 year, 6 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 …

When legendary captains meet: CSK share picture of Sourav Ganguly in conversation with MS Dhoni
1 year, 11 months ago

When legendary captains meet: CSK share picture of Sourav Ganguly in conversation with MS Dhoni

India Today  

Chennai Super Kings have shared pictures of former India captains Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni in conversation. Ganguly, who vacated his position as president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India, met with Dhoni, who is captaining CSK for the 2023 season of the IPL. The two have enjoyed a positive relationship over the years, with Ganguly even …

An innings unlike Sourav Ganguly of old
2 years, 2 months ago

An innings unlike Sourav Ganguly of old

Hindustan Times  

“This ground has never let me down, so hopefully in my next role in a different capacity, I'll be able to get the administration and Indian cricket stronger.” These were Sourav Ganguly’s words from a 25-minute press meet on becoming BCCI president in 2019. Three years later, sporting a stylish beard he has grown for an ad campaign, he made …

Sourav Ganguly: I do not compare captains
2 years, 4 months ago

Sourav Ganguly: I do not compare captains

The Hindu  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday said that captains should be given a free hand to lead the team in their style. Ganguly, who is also the Board of Control for Cricket in India president, said he never compared captains. “Now Rohit Sharma, who's a bit laidback, takes things in a very calm and cautious way and not someone …

'Played 13 years without break. Didn't take rest like a lot of players do now': Ganguly recalls being dropped in 2005
2 years, 6 months ago

'Played 13 years without break. Didn't take rest like a lot of players do now': Ganguly recalls being dropped in 2005

Hindustan Times  

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly is widely regarded as one of India's greatest captains. Under Ganguly, India famously beat Australia 2-1 in the 2001 Test series at home, beat England in the famous NatWest series final in 2002, and a year later, reached the final of the World Cup. Sourav Ganguly However, Ganguly faced a downfall in 2005 when he was …

How MS Dhoni can do CSK a favour | OPINION
2 years, 7 months ago

How MS Dhoni can do CSK a favour | OPINION

India Today  

MS Dhoni is Chennai Super Kings. In 2020, CSK were knocked out of the group stages for the first time in IPL history and next year, Dhoni led them to their fourth IPL title. But the preface to that horror campaign lay in Dhoni's decision to step down as captain, merely two days before their opening game against Kolkata Knight …

'Don't compare Rishabh with MS Dhoni': Sourav Ganguly addresses burning Pant vs MSD debate
2 years, 7 months ago

'Don't compare Rishabh with MS Dhoni': Sourav Ganguly addresses burning Pant vs MSD debate

Hindustan Times  

Comparisons with the legendary MS Dhoni have been a part of Rishabh Pant's career right from the onset. Another noted former India skipper and current BCCI president Sourav Ganguly is firmly against these comparisons. BCCI president Sourav Ganguly inspecting the pitch ahead of the IPL play off match between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata "Don't …

'When you have a captain like MS Dhoni...': Harbhajan Singh explains what went wrong for Chennai Super Kings
2 years, 8 months ago

'When you have a captain like MS Dhoni...': Harbhajan Singh explains what went wrong for Chennai Super Kings

Hindustan Times  

The 2022 season of the Indian Premier League has been one to forget thus far and it is unlikely the situation will change in the coming days. Dhoni returned as CSK captain halfway through the season MS Dhoni, who has been captain of the team since the inaugural season of the IPL, stepped down from the role and handed over …

There's similarity in MS Dhoni and my captaincy style: Faf du Plessis
2 years, 9 months ago

There's similarity in MS Dhoni and my captaincy style: Faf du Plessis

The Hindu  

Set to lead an IPL franchise for the first time, newly-appointed Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Faf du Plessis said his leadership style is pretty much similar to that of 'Captain Cool', Mahendra Singh Dhoni. I do think that there's similarity in MS style and my style in terms that we both are very relaxed characters," Du Plessis said. The South …

Virat Kohli took legacy of Sourav Ganguly, MS Dhoni forward and substantially built on it: Ian Chappell
2 years, 11 months ago

Virat Kohli took legacy of Sourav Ganguly, MS Dhoni forward and substantially built on it: Ian Chappell

India Today  

Australian great Ian Chappell feels Virat Kohli has been an exceptional captain who enhanced the legacy of two successful Indian skippers --- Sourav Ganguly and Mahendra Singh Dhoni. He pointed out the contrasts in Kohli and Root's styles of captaincy and their corresponding efficacy, but few observations made by Chappell could be debated, including the one where he singularly attributed …

Kohli decision is personal, BCCI respects it: Ganguly
2 years, 11 months ago

Kohli decision is personal, BCCI respects it: Ganguly

India TV News  

Highlights The BCCI chief congratulated Virat Kohli for his stint as captain of India in all formats of game Kohli on Saturday ended his seven-year reign as India's most successful Test captain Under Kohli, India won 40 out of 68 Tests, including memorable series wins in England and Australia BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday late night took to Twitter …

Virender Sehwag names the 'best' India captain between Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni
3 years, 3 months ago

Virender Sehwag names the 'best' India captain between Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni

Hindustan Times  

Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni are two names which revolutionised Indian cricket. While Ganguly instilled the self-belief and confidence that the team could win overseas – which it did – Dhoni taught India to be world champions again. Sehwag names the 'best' India captain between Ganguly and Dhoni Under Ganguly, India achieved an ODI and Test series win in Pakistan, …

‘Sourav Ganguly was like - go on, play. I am behind you. But that’s not Virat Kohli’s method’: Kaif on captaincy
3 years, 5 months ago

‘Sourav Ganguly was like - go on, play. I am behind you. But that’s not Virat Kohli’s method’: Kaif on captaincy

Hindustan Times  

Sourav Ganguly and Virat Kohli are two of Indian cricket's most dynamic captains, who brought about a change in the mindset and approach in the team during their eras of captaincy. Under Ganguly, the team turned over a new leaf and would not bag down in front of any challenge, a trait that is similar with Kohli, whose aggressive and …

Happy Birthday Sourav Ganguly: 5 'Dada' decisions that shaped India's future
3 years, 6 months ago

Happy Birthday Sourav Ganguly: 5 'Dada' decisions that shaped India's future

Hindustan Times  

The 'Prince of Kolkata' has turned a year older on Thursday. Former India captain Sourav Ganguly celebrates his 49th birthday today. Happy Birthday Sourav Ganguly: 5 'Dada' decisions that shaped India's future Here are five decisions made by Sourav Ganguly as captain that changed Indian cricket forever: Ganguly sends VVS Laxman at No.3 in Kolkata in 2001 against Australia. Dravid …

'For MS Dhoni, any of us will take a bullet without a second thought': India batsman KL Rahul
3 years, 6 months ago

'For MS Dhoni, any of us will take a bullet without a second thought': India batsman KL Rahul

Hindustan Times  

Apart from being one of India's biggest match-winners in limited-overs cricket, MS Dhoni will also be remembered as one of the country's most-decorated captains. India batsman KL Rahul's recent comments about being ready to 'take a bullet without giving it a second thought' is a testament to the fact. While speaking about the legendary India cricketer, Rahul said the biggest …

'Only he had the vision to make a team for future': Akmal says India 'still reaping the benefits' of Ganguly's captaincy
3 years, 6 months ago

'Only he had the vision to make a team for future': Akmal says India 'still reaping the benefits' of Ganguly's captaincy

Hindustan Times  

It's been 21 long years since Sourav Ganguly became captain of the Indian team, and 16 years since he left the post, but the impact of what he achieved in those five years is still visible in Indian cricket today, feels former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batsman Kamran Akmal. The spark Ganguly ignited as India's captain has today transformed into a wildfire as …

After 60 Tests, Virat Kohli Has More Wins Than MS Dhoni as Captain
3 years, 7 months ago

After 60 Tests, Virat Kohli Has More Wins Than MS Dhoni as Captain

The Quint  

3 batsman's record as captain outside Asia was garnished with the 2018-19 Test series win in Australia, an achievement that gave confidence to the Indian team under Ajinkya Rahane to repeat the feat in 2020-21. In comparison, Dhoni has led India to one Test win each in New Zealand, South Africa, England and South Africa. No wonder, former England captain …

Exclusive | Siddarth Kaul names Ganguly, Dhoni as his favourite captains; points difference between the two
3 years, 7 months ago

Exclusive | Siddarth Kaul names Ganguly, Dhoni as his favourite captains; points difference between the two

India TV News  

Sunrisers Hyderabad's Siddarth Kaul may have had a shaky journey with the national side, but the pacer is hoping to be a part of the Indian contingent for the limited-overs series against Sri Lanka. While India's primary side will travel to the UK for the WTC final and a five-Test series against England, a 'B' team will proceed to Sri …

India vs England: Kohli equals Dhoni's record of leading India in most Test matches
3 years, 10 months ago

India vs England: Kohli equals Dhoni's record of leading India in most Test matches

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli, on Thursday, equaled Mahendra Singh Dhoni's record of leading India in most Test matches. Kohli, who, after England's 10-wicket drubbing at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on February 25, became India's most successful Test captain at home, said it has been a pleasure to have led the side in 60 red-ball games. "It's been unbelievable captaining India …

'You hold your ex-captain really close to heart': Kohli opens up on equalling Dhoni's captaincy record
3 years, 10 months ago

'You hold your ex-captain really close to heart': Kohli opens up on equalling Dhoni's captaincy record

India TV News  

India skipper Virat Kohli has the chance to surpass ex-captain MS Dhoni's captaincy record in the third Test against England, slated to start from Wednesday at the newly-constructed Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad. With India's comprehensive series-levelling victory in the second Test against Chennai, Kohli has now equalled MS Dhoni's record of most wins by an Indian captain at home. MS …

Virat Kohli equals MS Dhoni's captaincy record with India's Chepauk victory – India TV
3 years, 10 months ago

Virat Kohli equals MS Dhoni's captaincy record with India's Chepauk victory – India TV

India TV News  

Coming back strongly after a defeat in the series opener, Virat Kohli and Co handed England a thumping 317-run defeat in the second Test on Tuesday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Skipper Kohli also gathered several records following India's dominant win over the Joe Root-led side. Dhoni and Kohli are currently sitting at the top with 21 wins, followed by …

Imran Tahir explains why MS Dhoni is best captain in the game
3 years, 11 months ago

Imran Tahir explains why MS Dhoni is best captain in the game

India TV News  

MS Dhoni’s abilities as a leader are widely-known. Often credited as the man with a golden touch, Dhoni’s decision making on the field has yielded results that were favourable for his side. One such name is South African spinner Imran Tahir, who has now played three seasons of Indian Premier League with Dhoni for three-time champions MS Dhoni. He knows …

MS Dhoni possessed quality of both Sourav Ganguly and Mohammad Azharuddin as captain: Rashid Latif
4 years, 4 months ago

MS Dhoni possessed quality of both Sourav Ganguly and Mohammad Azharuddin as captain: Rashid Latif

India TV News  

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Rashid Latif heaped praises MS Dhoni, who recently retired as the most successful skipper in all three formats, saying he was a great motivator to young players, which subsequently led him to three World Cup triumphs. The 51-year-old former Pak cricketer, who played 37 international Tests and166 ODIs, said Dhoni had a strong leader in Sourav Ganguly …

MS Dhoni is the most inspirational captain in 50 years of global cricket: Greg Chappell
4 years, 4 months ago

MS Dhoni is the most inspirational captain in 50 years of global cricket: Greg Chappell

India TV News  

Charismatic Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the "most inspirational captain" of international cricket in the last 50 years, along with legends Englands Michael Brearley, Australians Ian Chappell and Mark Taylor, and Clive Lloyd of the West Indies, says Aussie great Greg Chappell in an Exclusive Interview with IANS without words. Clearly mightily impressed by Dhoni's game, Chappell, who was India coach …

‘MS Dhoni himself had said in an interview that he wanted to bat at number 4’: Former India pacer RP Singh
4 years, 4 months ago

‘MS Dhoni himself had said in an interview that he wanted to bat at number 4’: Former India pacer RP Singh

Hindustan Times  

Former India left-arm fast bowler RP Singh feels MS Dhoni’s finishing skills are next to none, calling the former India captain a ‘beast’ in that regard. MS Dhoni during the Indian national cricket team training session and press conference at Bidvest Wanderers Stadium on December 04, 2013 in Johannesburg, South Africa. “If I am not wrong, MS himself had said …

M.S. Dhoni: O Captain! My Captain!
4 years, 4 months ago

M.S. Dhoni: O Captain! My Captain!

The Hindu  

To draw a portrait of Mahendra Singh Dhoni can be a fascinating project. Dhoni would often practise at the famous centre in Delhi and to this day acknowledges Singh’s guidance. This is what I wrote then in my match report in The Hindu : “The best phase of the day was Mongia’s 91-run association with Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who played …

MS Dhoni had computer-like brain, yet was instinctive: Ian Bishop, Tom Moody praise ex-India captain
4 years, 4 months ago

MS Dhoni had computer-like brain, yet was instinctive: Ian Bishop, Tom Moody praise ex-India captain

India Today  

MS Dhoni announced his international retirement on India's 74th Independence Day and tributes have been pouring in for the former India captain. Heaping rich praise on his captaincy, former West Indies fast bowler Ian Bishop said MS Dhoni's international journey is a significant one in not India's leadership chapter but also in world cricket. "He was an every man's leader …

Javagal Srinath: 'MS Dhoni was the man you could count on'
4 years, 4 months ago

Javagal Srinath: 'MS Dhoni was the man you could count on'

The Hindu  

Former India fast bowler Javagal Srinath heaped praise on M.S. Srinath described Dhoni as a ‘comprehensive captain’ and a ‘brilliant finisher’. I want to thank Dhoni for his contribution to Indian cricket,” Srinath told Sportstar on Sunday. Srinath recalled being awestruck by Dhoni’s powerful batting early in his career, in a triangular tournament involving India 'A', Pakistan 'A' and Kenya …

Dada, this guy has got the gift of hitting the ball hard: Tendulkar recalls his first impression of MS Dhoni
4 years, 4 months ago

Dada, this guy has got the gift of hitting the ball hard: Tendulkar recalls his first impression of MS Dhoni

India TV News  

MS Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday as the only player to win three ICC trophies - 2007 T20 WC, 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy as a captain. Team India was eliminated in the 2007 ODI World Cup after humiliating defeats against Asian neighbours Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. In the same year, ICC organised …

MS Dhoni by the numbers: 5 key stats from a formidable cricketing career
4 years, 4 months ago

MS Dhoni by the numbers: 5 key stats from a formidable cricketing career

Live Mint  

Even while announcing his retirement from international cricket on Saturday, M.S. As India’s 2011 World Cup-winning captain retires, here’s a look at 5 other key stats from a glittering career. He stands ahead of batsmen like former Indian opener Virender Sehwag and fellow wicket-keeping legend Adam Gilchrist of Australia in this list. In a career where he made a habit …

'End of an Era': Sourav Ganguly pays tribute to former Indian captain MS Dhoni
4 years, 4 months ago

'End of an Era': Sourav Ganguly pays tribute to former Indian captain MS Dhoni

India TV News  

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly released his statement following MS Dhoni's decision to retire from international cricket. The former Indian captain took to his official Instagram profile to announce his international retirement. The BCCI released an official press release soon after Dhoni's confirmation, in which the board acknowledged Dhoni's incredible contribution to Indian and international cricket. Ganguly, under whose captaincy MS …

Dhoni's leadership will be difficult to match, says Sourav Ganguly
4 years, 4 months ago

Dhoni's leadership will be difficult to match, says Sourav Ganguly

The Hindu  

Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Saturday announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to the career of one of India's most successful captain. He is the only skipper to lift all three ICC trophies - the World Cup, the T20 World Cup and the Champions Trophy - while taking India to the top of the ICC Test rankings. Sourav …

MS Dhoni retires from international cricket: Captain Cool's most significant records
4 years, 4 months ago

MS Dhoni retires from international cricket: Captain Cool's most significant records

India Today  

Indian cricket is left with a massive void to fill as MS Dhoni announced his retirement from one-day and T20 internationals, 6 years after bidding adieu to Test cricket. MOST SIGNIFICANT RECORDS IN DHONI’S CAREER · Perhaps the most significant record in Dhoni’s career would be that of being the only captain in the world to win all three ICC …

‘Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni on same page as leaders but Ganguly the best’: Former India spinner Maninder Singh
4 years, 5 months ago

‘Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni on same page as leaders but Ganguly the best’: Former India spinner Maninder Singh

Hindustan Times  

In cricket, a captain is what a manager is to a football team or perhaps greater. Former India spinner Maninder Singh certainly doesn’t think so. The former left-arm spinner credited India’s 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev for making everyone believe by winning India’s maiden world title, which later on helped the likes of Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni. READ …

No comparisons with captain Dhoni: Rohit Sharma
4 years, 5 months ago

No comparisons with captain Dhoni: Rohit Sharma

The Hindu  

India’s prolific opener Rohit Sharma feels Mahendra Singh Dhoni is “one of a kind”, playing down recent comparisons of his leadership style and composure with the two-time World Cup-winning former captain. In a Super Over podcast, out-of-favour India batsman Suresh Raina called Rohit the “next MS Dhoni for the Indian cricket team“. Rohit, who is the vice-captain of India’s limited …

MS Dhoni is one of a kind: Rohit Sharma reacts to Suresh Raina's 'he is the next Dhoni' comment
4 years, 5 months ago

MS Dhoni is one of a kind: Rohit Sharma reacts to Suresh Raina's 'he is the next Dhoni' comment

India TV News  

In comparing the two's leadership qualities on and off the field, veteran Indian cricketer Suresh Raina had opined that Rohit Sharma is the next MS Dhoni of the Indian team. MS Dhoni is one of a kind and nobody can be like him and I believe comparisons should not be made like that, every individual is different and has his …

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