MS DHONI’S BIOGRAPHY

Vivek Kumar Verma
3 min readJul 6, 2023

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MAHENDRA SINGH DHONI

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, also known as MSD, Mahi, and Thala, is undoubtedly one of the most popular cricketers in the world today. He was born on 7th July 1981 in Ranchi, Jharkhand. His father, Pan Singh, worked in a junior management position in MECON.

Dhoni developed a keen interest in cricket after completing his 10th standard. Prior to pursuing a career in cricket, he worked as a Travelling Ticket Examiner (TET) at Kharagpur Railway Station from 2001 to 2003 under the South Eastern Railway in Midnapore, West Bengal.

Dhoni made his first One Day International (ODI) debut against Bangladesh in 2004. He went on to captain the Indian national team in limited-overs formats from 2007 to 2017. Under his leadership, India achieved remarkable victories, including winning the inaugural 2007 ICC World Twenty20, the 2010 and 2016 Asia Cups, the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy.
Dhoni's highest ODI score is 183 runs. His exceptional contributions to cricket have earned him prestigious honors such as the Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, and Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, among others. He is widely regarded as one of the most successful cricketers in the world.

Dhoni is considered one of the greatest wicket-keeper batsmen in the history of cricket. Under Dhoni's captaincy, India achieved the number one ranking in Test cricket for the first time in 2009. He is known for his calm and composed demeanor on the field, earning him the nickname "Captain Cool and MS Dhoni also known as Mahi. Dhoni is also known for his powerful batting, especially in the limited-overs formats, where he has been renowned for his finishing abilities.

Dhoni continues to be involved in cricket as a mentor and captain of the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League. A movie was made based on Dhoni's life, from his childhood to the 2011 Cricket World Cup, titled M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, with Sushant Singh Rajput in the titular role was released on 29th September 2016 with critical and commercial success. The film traces Dhoni's journey to becoming one of the most successful captains of the Indian cricket team. It traces their struggle, hard work and determination to achieve their dreams. The film also sheds light on his personal life, including his relationships and the sacrifices he made for his career. The movie also features recreated cricket matches and captures the emotions and excitement of Dhoni's career. Overall, "MS Dhoni: The Untold Story" is a must-watch for cricket fans and those interested in knowing more about the life of one of India's most beloved cricketers.

Full Name—Mahendra Singh Pansingh Dhoni
Nick Name— Mahi, MSD, Captain Cool, Thala
Birth —July 7, 1981 (Ranchi, Bihar)
Age— 42years
Height— 1.78 m
Profession —Indian International Cricketer
Nationality— Indian
Wife—Sakshi Dhoni
Daughter— Ziva Dhoni
Style —Right-handed (batting)
Right-arm medium (bowling)
Movies—M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016 movie)
Roar of the Lion (2019 web series)
Atharva: The Origin (upcoming webseries)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAHI 🎂🎂

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Vivek Kumar Verma

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