Mahendra Singh Dhoni, commonly known as MS Dhoni, is a former Indian cricketer and captain of the Indian national cricket team. He was born on July 7, 1981, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, India.
Dhoni made his international debut in 2004 and went on to become one of India's most successful captains, leading the team to numerous victories in various formats of the game, including the 2007 ICC World Twenty20, the 2010 and 2016 Asia Cups, the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy. He retired from international cricket in August 2020.
Dhoni is also known for his contributions as a wicket-keeper, renowned for his lightning-quick reflexes behind the stumps. He holds several records as a wicket-keeper, including the most dismissals in T20 internationals and the most stumpings in international cricket.
Dhoni is widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, known for his calm and composed demeanor on the field, as well as his ability to finish games with his aggressive and intelligent batting. He is also respected for his humility and dedication to the game, earning him the nickname "Captain Cool" among fans and teammates.
Off the field, Dhoni is an accomplished businessman and philanthropist, and has been recognized with numerous awards and honors for his contributions to Indian cricket and society as a whole.
