[WATCH]: MS Dhoni Celebrates Chandrayaan-3’s Landing On Moon

Former India captain MS Dhoni etched his name in the annals of Indian sports history by captaining the national team to victory in three prestigious ICC tournaments. Guiding India with finesse, he masterminded their triumphs in the ICC T20 World Cup 2007, ICC ODI World Cup 2011, and ICC Champions Trophy 2013.

Dhoni’s leadership prowess made him a legendary figure, propelling the Indian cricket team to remarkable achievements on the global stage.

In a remarkable alignment of roles, Dhoni, much like millions of his compatriots, anxiously anticipated the outcome of India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission as it approached a momentous lunar landing. The nation’s collective gaze was affixed to screens at 6:04 PM IST, witnessing Chandrayaan-3’s successful touchdown near the southern pole of the Moon.

Watch the video clip of Dhoni celebrating here:

Captain cool #MSDhoni celebrating #Chandrayaan3 success#VikramLander #PragyanRover #ISRO #MoonLanding #India #IndiaOnTheMoon pic.twitter.com/1KKH70glm6

— Vinod (@vinodgounder7) August 23, 2023

In achieving this feat, India secured its position as the fourth nation worldwide, and the first amongst them, to accomplish a gentle lunar landing. A captivating social media sensation ensued as a viral video showcased Dhoni’s reaction to this historic triumph. Known for his composed demeanour, Dhoni, captured in the shared video, displayed elation by applauding his thighs as those around him celebrated the monumental achievement of India’s space mission.

The live broadcast of this historic moment commenced at 5:20 PM, highlighting the intricacies of the four-stage process that culminated in the successful landing on the lunar surface. This achievement came shortly after a Russian probe met with failure in the same lunar region, and four years after India’s previous endeavour (Chandrayaan-2) encountered an unfortunate last-minute setback. Notably, only Russia, the United States, and China had previously accomplished controlled lunar landings.

Concurrently, Dhoni bid adieu to international cricket in August 2020, although he sustained his connection to the sport through participation in the Indian Premier League. In the 2023 IPL season, Dhoni’s captaincy led the Chennai Super Kings to an impressive fifth title, underscoring his enduring influence on the game.

MS Dhoni’s legacy remains indelible, with his captaincy undeniably making him one of cricket’s finest leaders. His instrumental role in securing victories in the aforementioned ICC tournaments solidifies his place in cricketing history and continues to inspire generations of players and fans alike.

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