MS DHONI
MS DHONI

MS Dhoni: Profile – Age, Career Info & Stats, Test, ODI, T20I, and IPL

MS Dhoni Profile Overview

AttributeDetails
Full NameMahendra Singh Dhoni
Popular AsMS Dhoni, Mahi, Captain Cool
Date of BirthJuly 7, 1981
Age (as of 2025)43 Years
BirthplaceRanchi, Bihar (now Jharkhand), India
NationalityIndian
Batting StyleRight-handed
Bowling StyleRight-arm medium
RoleWicketkeeper-batsman
Major TeamsIndia, Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

MS Dhoni Career Information Summary

FormatDebutLast MatchMatches PlayedCaptaincy Matches
TestDec 2, 2005 vs SLDec 26, 2014 vs AUS9060
ODIDec 23, 2004 vs BANJul 9, 2019 vs NZ350200
T20IDec 1, 2006 vs SAFeb 27, 2019 vs AUS9872
IPL2008 (CSK debut)2024 (likely last)250+220+

MS Dhoni Test Format Stats

Stat TypeTest Stats
Matches90
Innings144
Runs Scored4876
Highest Score224
Average38.09
Strike Rate59.12
Centuries (100s)6
Fifties (50s)33
Catches/Stumpings256/38

MS Dhoni ODIs Format Stats

Stat TypeODI Stats
Matches350
Innings297
Runs Scored10,773
Highest Score183*
Average50.57
Strike Rate87.56
Centuries (100s)10
Fifties (50s)73
Catches/Stumpings321/123

MS Dhoni T20I Format Stats

Stat TypeT20I Stats
Matches98
Innings85
Runs Scored1617
Highest Score56
Average37.60
Strike Rate126.13
Centuries (100s)0
Fifties (50s)2
Catches/Stumpings57/34

MS Dhoni IPL Format Stats (till 2024)

Stat TypeIPL Stats
Matches250+
Innings218+
Runs Scored5082+
Highest Score84*
Average39.16
Strike Rate137.12
Centuries (100s)0
Fifties (50s)24
Catches/Stumpings142/42+
IPL Titles (as Captain)5 (CSK)

Detailed MS Dhoni Career Information

🔹 Test Career Highlights

  • Captained India to the No.1 ICC Test ranking in 2009.
  • Known for his double century (224) against Australia.
  • Retired from Test cricket in December 2014.

🔹 ODI Career Highlights

  • Famous for finishing the 2011 World Cup with a six.
  • India’s most successful ODI captain with 110+ wins.
  • Known as one of the greatest finishers in world cricket.

🔹 T20I Career Highlights

  • Led India to victory in the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup.
  • Known for sharp decision-making and lightning-fast stumpings.
  • Played a mentor role in the Indian team’s transition phase.

🔹 IPL Career Highlights

  • Captain of Chennai Super Kings since 2008.
  • 5-time IPL Champion with CSK (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023).
  • Revered for his calmness and ability to promote young talent.

Interesting Facts About MS Dhoni

Fact TypeDetails
NicknamesMahi, Captain Cool, Thala
Profession before cricketIndian Railways Ticket Collector
Biopic FilmMS Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)
Military RankHonorary Lieutenant Colonel in Indian Army
Business VenturesCo-owner of Chennaiyin FC, SEVEN Brand

Conclusion: MS Dhoni – The Cricket Legend

MS Dhoni is a name that resonates not just with Indian cricket lovers but with fans across the globe. His statistics across Tests, ODIs, T20Is, and IPL formats reflect his consistency, match-winning ability, and leadership excellence.

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