Mahendra Singh Dhoni, known as MS Dhoni, is a former captain of the Indian cricket team and a highly successful cricketer. He will turn 44 on Monday, July 7, 2025. On his special day, take a look at some of the interesting facts about MS Dhoni:
Before taking up cricket seriously, MS Dhoni was a goalkeeper for his school football team. His coach noticed his quick reflexes and encouraged him to try wicketkeeping. A decision that changed Indian cricket history.
In 2011, Dhoni was awarded the honourary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Territorial Army. He even underwent training with the Indian Army in Kashmir in 2019.
Under his captaincy, India achieved the No. 1 ranking in ICC Test Cricket for the first time in 2009, marking a golden period for Indian cricket.
Dhoni is a passionate bike enthusiast and owns a massive collection of motorcycles, including vintage models. He also has a personal garage and a mini-museum in his hometown of Ranchi.
MS Dhoni is known for his unshakable calmness during high-pressure matches, and he earned the nickname "Captain Cool."
His ability to make smart decisions under stress made him one of the best finishers in the game. Ramayana: Interesting Facts About 'Great Epic Of Bharata Dynasty'
