MS Dhoni stands as one of India’s most iconic figures in the history of cricket. Known for his remarkable ability to perform under pressure, Dhoni has often been the hero in critical moments when fans thought all was lost for the Indian team. His catchphrase, “Dhoni Hain Toh Mumkin Hain” (“If Dhoni is there, it’s possible”), has resonated with cricket enthusiasts nationwide.
One of the pinnacles of his career was leading the Indian team to victory in the 2011 ODI World Cup, ending a 28-year wait for the prestigious title. In addition to this historic win, Dhoni has several other significant achievements: winning the inaugural T20 World Cup, attaining the number one ranking in Test cricket, securing the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013, and capturing five IPL titles with the Chennai Super Kings.
MS Dhoni’s career is marked by his propensity to defy expectations, whether through audacious decisions as a captain or by clinching seemingly impossible games with his batting prowess. Staying true to his unpredictable nature, Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket via an Instagram post on August 15, 2020.
MS Dhoni’s Final International Appearance
Dhoni’s last appearance for India was in the semi-finals of the 2019 ODI World Cup against New Zealand. Unfortunately, his illustrious career ended with a heartbreaking defeat. In pursuit of 240 runs, Dhoni scored 50 off 72 balls, playing a crucial supporting role to Ravindra Jadeja’s 77 off 59 balls, and helping India recover from a precarious position of 24/4. However, the game slipped away as Dhoni was run out by a brilliant fielding effort from Martin Guptill.
Nearly a year after this painful loss, the former World Cup-winning captain decided to retire from international cricket. Five years have passed since his last game for India, yet many fans feel that the void left in the middle order by his departure remains unfilled.