By Kaif - Jul 07, 2025 01:41 PM
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MS Dhoni 44th Birthday; MS Dhoni 44th Birthday: MS Dhoni is celebrating his 44th birthday today on 7 July 2025. Mahi, one of the most successful captains in the world, was born in 1981 in Ranchi (now in Jharkhand), Bihar. Dhoni still lives there. He has retired from international cricket, now he only plays IPL. Last season, he again took over the captaincy of CSK after Rituraj was injured.
MS Dhoni was born in a Rajput family, his father's name is Pan Singh and mother's name is Devaki Devi. Dhoni is the youngest of his siblings. Dhoni did his schooling from DAV Jawahar Vidya Mandir, where he started playing football as a goalkeeper. However, he came into cricket after the advice of the coach. From 2001 to 2003, Dhoni worked as TTE (Traveling Ticket Examiner).
Due to his long hair, MS Dhoni's look was different from all other players. People also liked his aggressive style of playing. His fan following increased a lot in the initial days itself. When Team India won the T20 World Cup in 2007 under his captaincy, a different kind of craze was seen among the people. After this, the 2011 ODI World Cup and then the Champions Trophy in 2013, Dhoni became the star of India.
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There are few names in the history of Indian cricket who have left as deep an impression as Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Known as "Captain Cool", Dhoni not only led the Indian cricket team to unprecedented heights but also won the hearts of millions of fans with his calm demeanour, unparalleled leadership skills and match-winning performances. His career has been marked by many prestigious awards and honours, reflecting his dedication to the game and his country.
ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Year (2008, 2009): Dhoni received this prestigious honor for two consecutive years (2008 and 2009), making him the first player to win this award twice. This was a testament to his brilliant performance with both bat and wicketkeeping in ODI cricket.
ICC People's Choice Award (2013): MS Dhoni's popularity is not limited to India only, but he is loved all over the world. In 2013, he received the ICC People's Choice Award, which is given to a player chosen by the fans. This award is a testament to his global influence and his immense popularity among crores of cricket lovers.
ICC Men's ODI Team of the Decade (Captain and Wicketkeeper) - 2011-2020: Dhoni's captaincy and wicketkeeping skills made him one of the best cricketers of the decade. He was selected for both the captain and wicketkeeper roles in the ODI team of the decade.
ICC Men's T20 Team of the Decade (Captain and Wicketkeeper) - 2011-2020: Similarly, he was also selected as the captain and wicketkeeper of the best team of the decade in the T20 format, which shows his mastery in the shortest format of the game.
ICC Spirit of Cricket Award of the Decade (2011-2020): Dhoni's conduct on the field has always been exemplary. He was awarded the ICC Spirit of Cricket Award of the Decade for the decade 2011-2020. The award reflects his sportsmanship, integrity and respect for the game. He has always been calm, composed and fair on the field, which is a role model for young players.
ICC Cricket Hall of Fame (2025): Dhoni's illustrious career was recognized with another major achievement when he was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame. It is one of the highest honours for any cricketer and places him among the legends of the game. It recognises his tremendous contribution throughout his international career, record-breaking achievements and his lasting impact on the game.
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Major Dhyanchand Khel Ratna Award (2008): In 2008, MS Dhoni was awarded the Major Dhyanchand Khel Ratna Award, India's highest sporting honour. The award recognises his outstanding performance and contribution to Indian cricket. By this time, Dhoni had emerged as a young and dynamic captain who led India to its first T20 World Cup win in 2007. This honour was seen as the foundation for his future glorious career.
Padma Shri Award (2009): Just a year later, in 2009, Dhoni was awarded India's fourth highest civilian honour, the Padma Shri Award. This was for his consistent performance and bringing laurels to the country through the game. By this time, he had also established his captaincy in ODI and Test cricket.
Padma Bhushan (2018): In the series of Indian civilian honours, Dhoni was awarded India's third highest civilian honour, Padma Bhushan in 2018. The honour was for his exceptional contribution to cricket and his historic achievements as a captain, including winning the 2011 ODI World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy. He received the award in Indian Army uniform, which shows his deep respect and affection for the country.
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