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MS Dhoni's close friend wants him to play IPL 2025

Doubts remain whether MS Dhoni will return to play another season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), but Dhoni's close friend and former India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) teammate Suresh Raina wants the legend to hand-hold Ruturaj Gaikwad for another season to teach him captaincy skills.

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EXCLUSIVE | 'When a team like Australia can tour Pakistan, why not India?' Former Pakistan cricketer questions BCCI

NEW DELHI: It's been quite some time since fans last witnessed a bilateral cricket series between India and Pakistan. The last such instance was 2012-13. The two teams have only faced each other in multi-nation tournaments since then, like the Asia Cup and ICC events. The absence of regular India-Pakistan…

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Watch: Venkatesh Iyer picks MS Dhoni over Sachin Tendulkar

Allrounder Venkatesh Iyer is about to conclude his stint with Lancashire in England and return home for the domestic season opener, the Duleep Trophy, as the County side shared a fun video of its 'This or That' segment on social media.

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Watch: When MS Dhoni filmed Rohit Sharma acting as Kedar Jadhav's bodyguard

NEW DELHI: Cricketers tend to indulge in a lot of fun activities when they are not on the field. In these modern times with access to all kinds of gadgets, cricketers sometimes dance, indulge in all kinds of funny conversations with teammates and record these moments.

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Rohit Sharma wanted MS Dhoni to bat at No. 4 in 2019 ODI World Cup

NEW DELHI: India's performance in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup was marked by both dominance and heartbreak. Entering the tournament as one of the favorites, the Indian team, led by Virat Kohli, displayed exceptional form in the group stages, winning seven out of nine matches, with one match against…

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Fit as a fiddle: MS Dhoni's jump smash on the badminton court is an absolute rocket - Watch

A dodgy knee kept bothering MS Dhoni for most of the last Indian Premier League (IPL) season, where the former Chennai Super Kings' skipper was often spotted wearing a knee brace. But the legendary ex-India captain looked fit as a fiddle in a short video clip on social media, where…

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MS Dhoni wins hearts again, signs fan's bike in a heartwarming gesture - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Legendary MS Dhoni, known for his calm demeanor on the field, is equally admired for his deep love of motorcycles. His passion for bikes is widely known among fans and fellow cricketers, with his collection showcasing an impressive range of motorcycles, from classic models to modern superbikes.

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'Bhai log, bada galti ho gaya': Dinesh Karthik admits to 'blunder', apologizes for omitting MS Dhoni in his all-time India XI

NEW DELHI: Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has cleared the air regarding his all-time India XI across formats, which surprisingly omitted legendary wicket-keeper and captain MS Dhoni. Karthik recently explained that the omission was an honest mistake, admitting he forgot to include a wicketkeeper in his lineup.

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'Agar aap Rohit ke hisaab se ... ': Mohammed Shami reveals 'big secret' about Rohit Sharma - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma’s approach to managing Indian players on the field combines freedom with accountability. With his calm demeanor, Rohit empowers his teammates to play their natural game while setting clear expectations. He provides constructive feedback when necessary, and if a player falls short, his subtle yet telling reactions…

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'Rohit Sharma is not rigid, MS Dhoni doesn't believe in planning, Virat Kohli is energy-driven' - Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah has played under three of the best captains Indian cricket has ever had. If he evolved under MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli made him passionate about his job and Rohit Sharma has given him the freedom. Amid all that serious business, Bumrah never lost his sense of humour. "There…

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'When he was captain...': Rohit Sharma on MS Dhoni's role in shaping his career - Watch

NEW DELHI: It was on August 15, 2020 that Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced his retirement from international in a short Instagram post.

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Four years since MS Dhoni's most viral Instagram post on Independence Day

Four years ago on Independence Day, MS Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket in a way that was characteristic of the former India captain's unexpected moves.

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MS Dhoni's willow, Virat Kohli's jersey, Rohit Sharma's bat among 27 collectibles up for grabs

MUMBAI: MS Dhoni's signed bat from IPL 2024, a Virat Kohli-autographed Team India jersey, batting gloves from the 2019 World Cup, Rohit Sharma's signed bat from the 2023 World Cup, and KL Rahul's signed bat and gloves from the same tournament will be among the collectibles available for purchase.

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'Tim Paine was absolutely lying': Shardul Thakur exposes 'horrible' treatment to Team India in Australia

NEW DELHI: India allrounder Shardul Thakur has recently shared insights into the difficult conditions faced by the Indian cricket team during their 2020-21 tour of Australia. Despite numerous injuries and setbacks, India managed to emerge victorious, winning the series 2-1.

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Unbelievable off-side 'helicopter' shot by Rashid Khan should impress MS Dhoni - Watch

Rashid Khan keeps moving from one T20 league to another around the globe and the bowling all-rounder from Afghanistan continues to expand the array of his shots, which saw an astonishing 'helicopter shot' on the off-side for a six in a match of 'The Hundred' in England.

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'If you ask me who's better, I'd say...': Ravi Shastri's take on who is India's best captain - Rohit Sharma or MS Dhoni

NEW DELHI: Ravi Shastri, a former Indian cricketer and head coach, believes that Rohit Sharma will be considered one of the greatest Indian captains in history after the triumph in the 2024 T20 World Cup. Sharma's leadership skills and strategic prowess have earned him widespread acclaim since he assumed the…

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'It was a heartbreak moment': MS Dhoni on 2019 ODI World Cup semifinal

NEW DELHI: Millions of Indian fans were left heartbroken when MS Dhoni was run out against New Zealand in the 2019 ODI World Cup semifinal at Old Trafford, Manchester on July 10.

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IPL: Are Chennai Super Kings eyeing Rishabh Pant as potential replacement for MS Dhoni?

NEW DELHI: As the Indian Premier League prepares for a mega-auction before the 2025 season, a report suggested that Chennai Super Kings are planning for a future without their iconic captain, MS Dhoni.

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'Bhaiya ke paas hi jata hoon': Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant share heartfelt stories about MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid - Watch

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant recently reflected on the key figures who have profoundly influenced their careers. In a video released by Star Sports, they discussed how MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid have significantly shaped their growth as cricketers and individuals.

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'What are you smoking': Harbhajan Singh blasts Pakistan journalist over MS Dhoni-Mohammad Rizwan comparison

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh lashed out at a Pakistani journalist for comparing legendary India captain MS Dhoni with Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan. Harbhajan, who played 103 Tests, 236 ODIs, and 28 T20Is for India between 1998 and 2016, slammed the journalist after he posted a photograph of…

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'Irreplaceable': Kapil Dev says Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are same as Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni

NEW DELHI: Former World Cup winning captain Kapil Dev has declared that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are indispensable members of the Indian team in all formats. He compared their significance to that of Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni, two legendary figures in Indian cricket history.

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'Being liked matters a lot in team selection': Amit Mishra opens up about his struggles while playing under MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli

NEW DELHI: Indian cricketer Amit Mishra, 41, opened up about his experiences and challenges while being out of the national team. Despite not officially announcing his retirement, the spinner revealed how injuries and team combinations kept him from securing a permanent spot in the national squad.

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'The real reason...': When Sachin Tendulkar recommended MS Dhoni's name for Team India captaincy - Watch

NEW DELHI: That it was India batting legend Sachin Tendulkar who had recommended MS Dhoni's name for captaincy is a known fact.

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Yuvraj Singh reveals his all-time playing XI without MS Dhoni

NEW DELHI: Former India star all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has unveiled his all-time playing XI, a lineup of iconic cricketers from various eras and countries, notably omitting his former captain MS Dhoni.

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Rarest of rare scenes: MS Dhoni's dance moves at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding as cool as his cricket - watch

In one of the rarest of the rare video clips of legendary former India captain MS Dhoni, the twin World Cup-winning skipper could be seen dancing at the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant on Friday.

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