M S Dhoni

MS Dhoni, also known as Mahendra Singh Dhoni, is a legendary Indian cricketer and former captain of the Indian national team. Born on July 7, 1981, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, Dhoni is widely regarded as one of the greatest ODI batsmen and captains in cricket history.¹

*Key Facts About MS Dhoni:*

- *Full Name:* Mahendra Singh Dhoni
- *Nickname:* Captain Cool, Mahi, Thala
- *Height:* 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
- *Family:*
- *Father:* Pan Singh
- *Mother:* Devaki Devi
- *Siblings:* Jayanti Gupta (sister), Narendra Singh Dhoni (brother)
- *Spouse:* Sakshi Singh Dhoni (married in 2010)
- *Child:* Zeeva Dhoni (daughter)
- *Career Highlights:*
- Led India to victory in the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup
- Scored over 17,000 international runs and effected 829 dismissals behind the stumps
- Known for his calm and composed demeanor under pressure
- *Awards and Recognition:*
- Padma Bhushan (2018)
- Padma Shri (2009)
- Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award (2008)
- *Current Status:* Although retired from international cricket, Dhoni continues to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the Chennai Super Kings.² ³