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'Papa se darr bohot lagta tha': MS Dhoni recalls his childhood

NEW DELHI: Mahendra Singh Dhoni may be known today for his ice-cool composure on the cricket field, but the Chennai Super Kings legend recently opened up about a different side of his life — his early years in Ranchi, marked by discipline, routine, and a deep-rooted fear of his father.

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MS Dhoni's 'out hai' moment from dressing room goes viral - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Mahendra Singh Dhoni has often left fans amazed with his sharp on-field instincts — whether it's using the Decision Review System (DRS), reshuffling the batting order, or setting the field under pressure. Another such moment unfolded during the IPL 2025 clash between Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals…

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IPL 2025, CSK vs DC: Ruturaj Gaikwad recovers from elbow injury, no MS Dhoni as captain

NEW DELHI: The fans were all set—thunderous roars, cheers, claps, and deafening hoots echoed across the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. They had gathered in anticipation of seeing their beloved 'Thala', Mahendra Singh Dhoni, walk out for the toss on Saturday. But the excitement quickly turned to disappointment when it…

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IPL 2025 crorepatis who have been a royal disappointment

NEW DELHI: Every year, franchises spend massive amounts on players to secure their services. While some players shine, others fail to live up to expectations. Even renowned names sometimes find themselves on the list of underperformers.

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MS Dhoni at No. 9? Former cricketers say it 'didn't make sense'

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) suffered a 50-run defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at Chepauk, their first home loss to RCB in 17 years. Chasing 197, CSK struggled to build momentum and finished at 146/8 in 20 overs. Captain Rajat Patidar’s 51 anchored Bengaluru’s innings, propelling them to…

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0.16 seconds! MS Dhoni effects Phil Salt stumping in a flash - watch stadium cam video

NEW DELHI: At 43, Mahendra Singh Dhoni continues to prove why he is one of the greatest wicketkeepers in cricket history. During Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) high-stakes IPL 2025 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Friday, Dhoni's lightning-fast reflexes behind the stumps brought Phil Salt’s explosive innings to an…

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MS Dhoni does it again, lightning stumping ends Phil Salt's blazing knock - Watch

NEW DELHI: At 43, Mahendra Singh Dhoni continues to showcase why he is one of the greatest wicketkeepers in cricket history. In Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) high-voltage IPL 2025 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Friday, Dhoni's incredible reflexes behind the stumps cut short Phil Salt's blazing innings, leaving…

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IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings Team Preview - SWOT Analysis, Past Performances and Best XI

NEW DELHI: When discussing title contenders in the IPL, the name Chennai Super Kings (CSK) inevitably rises to the top, thanks to their on-field dominance and a record five titles. With IPL 2025 set to commence on March 22 and CSK kicking off their campaign against fellow five-time champions Mumbai…

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Team without borders: The all-time India-Pakistan ODI dream XI

Once upon a time, cobbling up your own combined India-Pakistan XIs over long afternoons used to be standard practice for cricket fans. That was the era of fierce cross-border rivalries, when the two teams regularly played each other in bilateral contests in addition to the desert derbies in Sharjah.

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MS Dhoni shares his secrets for a stress-free existence

NEW DELHI: "Even if it's tough to do...just forgive and move on." Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who describes himself as a careless individual who would not give up on a good night's sleep by paying regard to what others think of him, briefly became a life coach in order to teach…

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'When I was playing, I made sure ... ': MS Dhoni

NEW DELHI: Self-discipline was the foundation of Mahendra Singh Dhoni's illustrious cricketing career, and the legendary former India captain continues to uphold the same principles even after retirement. It is this disciplined approach to life that he wishes to instill in young cricketers.

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EXCLUSIVE | 'Will never forget Virat Kohli's Gangnam Style dance': Shikhar Dhawan recalls 2013 Champions Trophy victory

NEW DELHI: Shikhar Dhawan was a key member of India's victorious 2013 Champions Trophy squad under Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s leadership. The stylish southpaw was named Player of the Tournament after scoring 363 runs in five matches at an astonishing average of 90.75, including two centuries and a fifty. A veteran…

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MS Dhoni visits Maa Dewri Mandir in Jharkhand - Watch

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricket captain and former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been a regular visitor to the Maa Dewri Temple, located near Tamar, about 60 kilometers from Ranchi, Jharkhand.

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'We're all trying to impress our wives': MS Dhoni reveals the best compliment he has received

NEW DELHI: The legendary status Mahendra Singh Dhoni has had as an Indian cricketer, he has received numerous compliments in his life.

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20 Years of MS Dhoni: Celebrating the legacy of a cricketing icon

NEW DELHI: On December 23, 2004, a long-haired young cricketer from Ranchi made his international debut in an ODI against Bangladesh in Chattogram. His innings lasted just one ball as he was run out for zero - a false start to what would become one of the most illustrious careers…

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EXCLUSIVE | The Kamlesh Nagarkoti story: Battling injuries, long rehab, fresh start with CSK

NEW DELHI: Kamlesh Nagarkoti's career has been riddled with injuries, keeping the right-arm pacer off the cricket field more than on it. A promising talent from India's victorious 2018 Under-19 World Cup squad, Nagarkoti became an IPL sensation that same year when the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bought him for…

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MS Dhoni way ahead of Virat Kohli in this 'off the field' top-10 list

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has gone past the likes of Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan when it comes to brand endorsements. According to a report published by TAM Media Research, the Indian cricket legend has not just outpaced his friends from the cinema world in…

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Matthew Hayden highlights KL Rahul's challenge ahead of Perth Test

NEW DELHI: The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy will mark KL Rahul’s third tour of Australia. He was part of India’s 2014 tour under Mahendra Singh Dhoni and the 2018 tour under Virat Kohli's captaincy. Despite his talent, Rahul has struggled in Australian conditions, managing just one century, which came in Sydney…

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Watch: MS Dhoni casts his vote in Ranchi for Jharkhand Assembly Elections

NEW DELHI: Former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni cast his vote at a polling booth on Wednesday in Ranchi for Jharkhand Assembly Elections.

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'Tumko kuch nahi pata hai': When Sakshi 'taught' MS Dhoni about a stumping rule

NEW DELHI: India cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni not only holds the record for most stumpings in ODI cricket but his innovative stumpings are a hallmark of his wicket-keeping prowess and quick reflexes.

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Harbhajan Singh predicts who CSK will retain before IPL 2025 auction

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh believes that the five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will retain key players MS Dhoni, captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Rachin Ravindra, as well as pacer Matheesha Pathirana ahead of the mega auction.

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'Even when he's losing...': When MS Dhoni revealed why he admired Rafael Nadal - Watch

Spanish tennis icon Rafael Nadal has announced on Thursday that he will retire from professional tennis at the end of this season. In an emotional video shared on his official social media handles, the 38-year-old revealed that the Davis Cup final in Malaga this November will be his final event.

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MS Dhoni to be 'uncapped' player as IPL retention rules announced ahead of mega auction

NEW DELHI: Legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni will be treated as an 'uncapped' player, if he wishes to feature in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League, as the league's governing council on Saturday announced rule changes for the 2025-27 cycle.

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MS Dhoni back from vacation, IPL retention clarity coming soon, CSK fans wait anxiously - Watch

Former India and Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni is back in India after vacationing in the US with his close friends. A video showing Dhoni arriving at the Ranchi airport has gone viral on social media.

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Rishabh Pant marks Test comeback with record-equalling century

Coming back to Test cricket after 635 days, Rishabh Pant marked his return with a record-equalling century that now puts him in the company of former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

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