Mahendra Singh Dhoni, also known as MS Dhoni, is a former Indian professional cricketer and goalkeeper.
He was born on 7 July 1981 in Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand). Dhoni bats right-handed and has a right-arm medium bowling style.
He holds the unique record of being the only captain in cricket history to win all the ICC trophies and is widely regarded as the most successful Indian captain with 27 wins.
Additionally, he is the first and only goalkeeper to achieve 150 successful disposals in all three formats of the game.
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- Full name: Mahendra Singh Dhoni
- Date of birth: July 7, 1981
- Age: 43 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand), India
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Cricketer
- Height: 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 meters)
- Parents: Pan Singh (Father), Devaki Devi (Mother)
- Siblings: Jayanti Gupta (Sister), Narendra Singh Dhoni (Brother)
- Spouse: Sakshi Singh Dhoni (married 2010)
- Children: Zeeva Dhoni (Daughter)
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: $110 million
Early life and education
Born on 7 July 1981 in Ranchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand), India, MS Dhoni is 43 years old.
His father, Pan Singh, was a pump operator at the MECON Plant, while his mother, Devaki Devi, was a homemaker.
Dhoni’s early years were spent in Ranchi with his siblings, an elder sister named Jayanti Gupta and an elder brother named Narendra Singh Dhoni.
Dhoni was educated at DAV Jawahar Vidya Mandir, Shyamali, Ranchi. Although he excelled in sports, studies were not his forte.
Dhoni’s parents recognised his cricketing potential and encouraged him to pursue his sporting dreams.
His early success in local tournaments caught the attention of scouts, and Dhoni’s journey into professional cricket began.
Personal life
MS Dhoni is married to Sakshi Singh Dhoni. The couple met in 2007 and got married in 2010.
Sakshi has always been a constant source of strength and inspiration for Dhoni, often accompanying him on cricket tours and major tournaments.
Dhoni and Sakshi have a daughter, Zeeva Dhoni, born in 2015. Dhoni is known to be a doting father and often shares adorable moments with his daughter on social media.
Career
MS Dhoni made his international debut in 2004 and quickly rose to become one of the most influential players in the Indian cricket team. He has been able to lead India to many victories and awards.
Dhoni has redefined the role of a wicketkeeper with his quick reflexes, physical strength and brilliant decision making.
His ability to read the game and predict the batsman’s next move makes him a formidable opponent.
Dhoni’s leadership qualities were evident right from the start of his captaincy. Under his leadership, India achieved unprecedented success, including the ICC World Twenty20 in 2007, the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011 and the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013.
Prize
Many prestigious awards and accolades have recognized MS Dhoni’s achievements. Here are some notable awards:
- ICC ODI Player of the Year: 2008, 2009.
- ICC World ODI XI: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.
- ICC World Test XI: 2009, 2010, 2013.
- Padma Bhushan: 2018 (India’s third highest civilian honour).
- Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna: 2007 (India’s highest sporting honour).
- CNN-IBN Indian of the Year: 2011
- Wisden World’s Leading Cricketers: 2008.
Net worth
MS Dhoni’s successful cricket career, along with numerous endorsement deals and business ventures, have contributed to his considerable net worth.
Dhoni’s net worth is estimated at $110 million.
Argumentative
A notable incident occurred at the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup when he was criticised for his slow batting pace in a crucial match against England.
The incident sparked debate about Dhoni’s role in the team and his ability to adapt to changes in playing conditions.
Another controversy erupted when Dhoni was seen wearing an army insignia on his wicketkeeping gloves during an international match against Australia in 2020.
The move has drawn criticism from some who say it is inappropriate to display military symbols on sports uniforms.
However, Dhoni explained that he wore the logo to honour the sacrifices and patriotism of the Indian Army.
Social media
- Instagram: @mahi7781
- Twitter: @msdhoni
