MS Dhoni, former captain of the Indian cricket team, is widely regarded as one of the best wicketkeeper-batsmen and captains in cricket history. Known for his exceptional finishing skills, Dhoni retired from international cricket on August 15, 2020, but continues to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Recently, a video of Dhoni riding a bike at his farmhouse in Ranchi has gone viral on social media, with fans enthusiastically sharing the clip.
MS Dhoni’s IPL Legacy and Possible Return for Upcoming Season
After stepping away from international cricket, Dhoni remains actively involved in the IPL, where he has led the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to five championship titles, making them one of the most successful teams in the tournament’s history. In the 2024 IPL season, Dhoni passed on the captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad, a promising young Indian batsman, and played as a regular team member.
Despite his role change, recent reports suggest that Dhoni might return for the upcoming IPL season, with speculation around possible changes in IPL retention rules by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Dhoni’s contributions to Indian cricket are significant.
Over his international career, he played 90 Test matches, 350 One Day Internationals (ODIs), and 98 T20 Internationals. His batting record includes 4,876 runs in Test cricket, 10,773 runs in ODIs, and 1,617 runs in T20s. Additionally, in the IPL, Dhoni has amassed 5,243 runs in 264 matches, further cementing his legacy as a cricketing icon.
MS Dhoni continues to captivate cricket fans even after his retirement from international cricket. His recent viral video riding a bike at his Ranchi farmhouse highlights his enduring popularity. As one of the most successful IPL captains, leading Chennai Super Kings to five titles, Dhoni’s influence on the game remains strong. With talks of his potential return in the upcoming IPL season, his legacy both in international cricket and the IPL continues to grow, making him an iconic figure in the sport’s history.
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