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8 Reasons Why MS Dhoni Is One Of The Greatest Gifts For Indian Cricket

Unnati MadanBy Unnati Madan25/07/2015Updated:08/02/2023No Comments3 Mins Read

MS Dhoni is one of the most “loved” cricketers in the history of Indian cricket. From an explosive batsman with long, brown hair to one of the most successful captains in the history of the game, MS Dhoni has achieved great heights in the game of cricket. Dhoni, who is known for his ‘cool and calm’ approach on the field, is one of the best finishers in limited-overs cricket. After winnings the ICC Champions Trophy 2013, MS Dhoni completed a remarkable cycle of triumphs which started with the T20 World Cup in 2007. India also won the 2011 ODI World Cup under his leadership. No other captain in international cricket has won three major ICC trophies.

The Cricket Lounge’s Vaibhav Sharma lists 8 reasons why MS Dhoni is one of the greatest gifts for Indian cricket.

1) One of the best finishers in the history of the game

 

MS Dhoni is one of the best finishers in the history of cricket. His ability to stay cool under pressure and win matches for India is nothing less than extraordinary.

 


2)  MS Dhoni’s ability to maintain zen-like calm in every situation

8 Reasons Why MS Dhoni Is One Of The Greatest Gifts For Indian Cricket

 

We all know, MS Dhoni is cooler than ice!


3) There is only one thing that MS Dhoni can’t do and that is- NOTHING

8 Reasons Why MS Dhoni Is One Of The Greatest Gifts For Indian Cricket

 

Batting, wicketkeeping, captaining, bowling…! Is there anything that this man can’t do?


4) MS Dhoni always encourages new talent

8 Reasons Why MS Dhoni Is One Of The Greatest Gifts For Indian Cricket

As a captain, MS Dhoni has always backed young talent by giving them a fair run in the team. The likes of Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane and Murali Vijay, flourished under MS Dhoni’s captaincy.


5) MS Dhoni is a gambler! 

8 Reasons Why MS Dhoni Is One Of The Greatest Gifts For Indian Cricket

 

Nobody gave an unknown Joginder Sharma a chance to play for India but Dhoni tossed him the ball in the final over of the World T20 final against Pakistan. We all remember what happened next! “In the air…Sreesanth takes it” 


6) MS Dhoni always plays the game in the most gentlemanly manner! 

8 Reasons Why MS Dhoni Is One Of The Greatest Gifts For Indian Cricket

Dhoni is the proud winner of Spirit of Cricket Award along with the first ever AIPS Fairplay Award in 2011. Who can forget the moment when he recalled Ian Bell in a Test match against England, when he was declared run out by the umpire.


7) MS Dhoni is India’s most successful captain in all formats of the game

8 Reasons Why MS Dhoni Is One Of The Greatest Gifts For Indian Cricket

 


8) Last but not the least, MS Dhoni dreams of serving the country even after retiring from cricket

8 Reasons Why MS Dhoni Is One Of The Greatest Gifts For Indian Cricket

MS Dhoni holds the post of Honorary Lieutenant Colonel in the parachute regiment of Indian military and plans to get more involved with them after retiring from his cricketing duties.

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Unnati is a passionate cricket writer with a deep love and understanding of the game. As a female cricket writer, she brings a unique perspective to the sport, having had to overcome various challenges to pursue her passion for cricket. She has an experience of more than 5 years in the field of cricket writing.

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