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‘Thala x Thalapathy’: Fans can’t keep calm as Vijay wishes ‘captain cool’ MS Dhoni on his 45th birthday

‘Thala x Thalapathy’: Fans can’t keep calm as Vijay wishes ‘captain cool’ MS Dhoni on his 45th birthday

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Indian cricketer and Indian Premier League team Chennai Super Kings favourite MS Dhoni turned 45 on July 7. As wishes poured in for the cricketer from across the country, Tamil Nadu chief minister and actor Vijay also took the time out to wish ‘captain cool’ on his special day. Vijay even posted a picture from the last time he met Dhoni. MS Dhoni received a special birthday wish from Tamil Nadu chief minister and actor Vijay. Vijay’s birthday wish for Dhoni as he turns 45 Vijay posted an old picture of himself and Dhoni from when they met in 2021. “From every resounding whistle that echoes your name to the countless hearts you’ve inspired, your journey has become a cherished part of Tamil Nadu’s sporting emotion!” wrote the actor-politician in an X (formerly Twitter) post. He also praised Dhoni, adding, “Happy Birthday to our ‘Captain Cool’ Mahendra Singh Dhoni! Your extraordinary cricketing legacy, calm leadership and humble nature continue to inspire generations. Wishing you good health, happiness and many more years of success. May the …

Teams defending their IPL titles: Dhoni tames Gayle, ABD and Kohli; MI’s last win | Cricket News

Teams defending their IPL titles: Dhoni tames Gayle, ABD and Kohli; MI’s last win | Cricket News

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3 min readJun 1, 2026 05:33 PM IST Royal Challengers Bengaluru waited 17 years to win the Indian Premier League (IPL). And then, they suddenly had two trophies in two years. With the victory over Gujarat Titans on Sunday, RCB have become just the third team to have succesfully defender their IPL title, with the only other sides being Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, teams that Bengaluru have shared a rivalry with but never quite matched in terms of trophy count until now. RCB are still a long way from equalling MI or CSK’s records though – the latter two sides have won a record five titles each. Here we take a look at the two previous IPL finals in which a team won the trophy for a second consecutive time. 2011 IPL final: CSK beat RCB by 58 runs CSK had won the IPL for the first time in 2010 and in the next one year, the tournament went through a bit of a storm. Founder and league commissioner Lalit Modi had been …

CSK need a facelift, but it requires looking beyond their very face, MS Dhoni

CSK need a facelift, but it requires looking beyond their very face, MS Dhoni

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Sometime last year, an India coach – a big name with close ties with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) old-timers – explored the possibility of a coaching role with the five-time champions. The timing seemed apt. The franchise had finished at the bottom, and all signs pointed to a major overhaul. Instead, he was told to wait. Now that CSK has missed the play-off qualification for the third straight year, there is clamour for total revamp again. But the extent of it depends on the future of MS Dhoni, the club’s face and heartbeat. As long as he is around, coaches would remain hesitant to assume charges, fearing their powers would be curtailed. According to reliable sources, at least one interested candidate seemed convinced that until Dhoni is around, there is no way he will throw his hat in the ring. The coming weeks will give a clear picture. This much is certain. The five-time champions are under immense pressure to ring in the changes. There is uncertainty over Stephen Fleming, who has been the …

Superfan whose life Dhoni saved says he’ll be heartbroken if hero calls it day

Superfan whose life Dhoni saved says he’ll be heartbroken if hero calls it day

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“Jab tak Suraj chand rahega, Dhoni sir ka naam rahega (As long as the sun and moon exist, Dhoni sir’s name will remain).” Ram Babu has been saying this for twenty years. It was 11:37 on a chilly night in Dharamsala when Ram Babu met his “bhagwan” for the first time. Seven years he had been attending matches to get to this moment. “I touched his feet, he held my hand and hugged me,” Ram Babu recalled. “I didn’t sleep at all that night. I felt like meeting Dhoni sir again and again.” From that night on, MS Dhoni began arranging match tickets for him. Now, Ram Babu, like the rest of the CSK faithful is unsure if he will see his hero playing in yellow again. Injury and the need to keep a winning combination going saw Dhoni sit out of all CSK’s games this season. Post the loss to Gujarat Titans on Thursday, CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said there would be clarity on Dhoni’s future only next year. It was 11:37 on a …

Has MS Dhoni played his last IPL game? Before CSK’s match, former captain heads to Ranchi

Has MS Dhoni played his last IPL game? Before CSK’s match, former captain heads to Ranchi

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4 min readChennaiUpdated: May 21, 2026 11:13 AM IST With the thumb injury yet to heal, MS Dhoni has headed home to Ranchi even as Chennai Super Kings get ready to take on a crucial fixture against Gujarat Titans on Thursday. With CSK’s chances of making the play-offs appearing slim, the IPL 2026 marks the first edition of the tournament where Dhoni hasn’t played a single game and puts a question mark around his future. “I can confirm Dhoni is not here (Ahmedabad) with the team, but if we do happen to qualify, he’ll definitely join back up with the squad. He’s got a bit of a sore thumb. He’s recovering nicely, but he won’t be ready for this match. If we manage to get through to the playoffs, hopefully he’ll be alright,” Hussey said. Having been ruled out at the start of the season for two weeks due to a calf injury, Dhoni then decided to sit out of the matches after regaining fitness because he did’t want to take a spot of Kartik …

The MS Dhoni advice still echoes in Dewald Brevis’ career: ‘You get overconfidence and confidence…’

The MS Dhoni advice still echoes in Dewald Brevis’ career: ‘You get overconfidence and confidence…’

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Dewald Brevis has shared an important piece of advice he received from MS Dhoni even before joining Chennai Super Kings, a message that has stayed with him throughout his IPL journey. The young South African arrived in the league with huge expectations, often compared to AB de Villiers, which kept him under constant scrutiny from the very beginning of his career. Dewald Brevis opens up on MS Dhoni’s lasting advice. (Instagram) His time at Mumbai Indians did not go as planned, where he managed only 10 appearances and scored 230 runs without registering a half-century, struggling to convert starts into big scores. Brevis later joined the CSK setup in IPL 2025 as a replacement for the injured Gurjapneet Singh, marking a fresh chapter in his career. Since then, he has grown in confidence and gradually established himself as an important part of the five-time champions’ squad, showing greater maturity and consistency in his performances under the CSK environment. The Proteas star recalled a piece of early-career advice from Dhoni that continues to shape his mindset, …

Mark Boucher blown away by MS Dhoni frenzy: ‘Never seen fans this crazy for anyone’

Mark Boucher blown away by MS Dhoni frenzy: ‘Never seen fans this crazy for anyone’

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Whenever Indian cricket and its rich history are discussed, one name that inevitably comes up is MS Dhoni. For cricket fans, especially in India and Chennai, he is not just a player but an emotion — an icon who helped redefine India on the global stage and bridged the gap between India and traditional cricketing powerhouses like Australia. His unforgettable six with the famous helicopter shot in the 2011 ODI World Cup final against Sri Lanka at the iconic Wankhede Stadium ended India’s 28-year wait for the trophy and cemented his legacy forever. MS Dhoni (C) greets the fans after the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) T20 match between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad (HT_PRINT) While his achievements in India colours remain unmatched, Dhoni’s contribution to Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League feels equally significant. Under his leadership, CSK became one of the most successful and consistent franchises in IPL history, winning five titles and turning the iconic M. A. Chidambaram Stadium into a fortress backed by the passionate ‘Yellow Army.’ However, …

Will MS Dhoni Play in CSK vs SRH IPL 2026 Match?

Will MS Dhoni Play in CSK vs SRH IPL 2026 Match?

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With reports suggesting that MS Dhoni is fully fit and will return to the IPL 2026 match, CSK vs SRH has raised doubts about the wk-batter’s grand farewell after the game. Having missed the entire IPL 2026 season due to a calf injury, the 44-year-old might play his final home game for CSK against SRH at Chennai. The scenario fits with MS Dhoni’s announcement himself mae five years ago. During CSK’s IPL title celebrations in 2021, Dhoni said he will play his final T20 game in Chennai. “I have always planned my cricket. The last game I played was in Ranchi. The last home game in ODI was at my hometown in Ranchi. So, hopefully, my last T20 will be in Chennai. Whether it’s next year or in five years’ time, we don’t really know,” said MS Dhoni. With no match scheduled to be played in Chennai after this fixtures. Hence, there is strong chances that tonight could be the final time the Chepauk crowd sees MS Dhoni in action in CSK’s home venue. The …

MS Dhoni to turn up at Chepauk, but unlikely to play vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Cricket News

MS Dhoni to turn up at Chepauk, but unlikely to play vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Cricket News

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3 min readChennaiMay 18, 2026 12:55 PM IST Mahendra Singh Dhoni is all set to turn up at the MA Chidambaram Stadium for Chennai Super Kings last home game against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The 44-year-old hasn’t been at any of the venues so far this season on match days with the former captain preferring to stay back at the team hotel even for Chennai’s home games. However, that looks to change on Monday with Dhoni expected to be in attendance. However, Dhoni is unlikely to play the fixture even as an Impact Player as he is understood to have picked up a fresh injury during one of the training sessions. The Indian Express understands that before the trip to Lucknow, Dhoni injured his thumb during a net session. And despite booking tickets to fly to Lucknow, he decided to stay back in Chennai. On the eve of the game, Dhoni came out and batted in the nets for about 30 minutes, showing no visible discomfort even when he hit a few big hits. However, post the …

Will MS Dhoni finally play in CSK’s last home match of the season?

Will MS Dhoni finally play in CSK’s last home match of the season?

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5 min readMay 17, 2026 09:17 PM IST As the clock ticked 6.30 PM, a padded-up MS Dhoni strolled out of the MA Chidambaram Stadium dressing room. After a bit of warm-up in the indoor arena, with no trainer by his side for a change, the 44-year-old did a few stretching exercises before waiting for around 15 minutes for his turn to bat. He batted in the nets alongside Prashant Veer for 30 minutes, facing the throwdown specialists and then the spinners. By the time the clock struck 7.30 PM, he was back in the dressing room. As Chennai Super Kings prepare to host Sunrisers Hyderabad in their final home game this season, a question that has done the rounds not just Chepauk but around the country still remains unanswered. Will Dhoni play on Monday? As the former CSK captain spent an extended period on the sidelines, first with injury and then to not take Kartik Sharma’s spot, it appeared as if Chennai had made peace with Dhoni moving on. But a comment he made …