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Happy birthday MS Dhoni: 5 facts about the cricketer that might surprise you
On the occasion of MS Dhoni’s 41st birthday, we bring to you five such interesting facts about Dhoni’s life, that will leave you surprised.
MS Dhoni is one of the most celebrated cricketers by Indian fans. The kind of value that the former skipper holds in Indian audience’s eyes is surprising. Even after years of his retirement from international cricket, he is still one of the highest regarded players in the history of Indian cricket. MSD led India to victory for more than a decade. And hence, on the occasion of his birthday, we bring to you five such interesting facts about Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s life, that will leave you surprised.
MS Dhoni is the only Indian captain to lift ICC trophies in all three formats
Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the only captain to have won all three major ICC trophies. He led the Indian team and scripted history by winning the ICC T20 World Cup 2007 in the inaugural edition in South Africa. Then Dhoni went ahead and lifted the One-day Internationals World Cup after 28 years in 2011 by defeating Sri Lanka by 6-wickets at the Wankhede, Mumbai.
And lastly, nine years ago, MS Dhoni even led the Indian team and won the ICC Champions Trophy 2013. After 2013, India has not won a single ICC trophy.
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MS Dhoni is a motorbike fan
Former Indian captain MS Dhoni always had a knack for motorcycles. While some have been won after registering a win at cricket match, rest have been bought by him. Currently, Dhoni owns around 100 motorbikes. The 41 years old has his own personal bike showroom inside his Ranchi home and his collection even includes some limited-edition bikes.
MS Dhoni has the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel
In the Indian Army, Dhoni has the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel. In fact, after India’s defeat at the ICC T20 World Cup 2020, Dhoni was recruited at the Kashmir boarder and he had spent almost a month there. Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the second person to be honoured with the honorary title after first World Cup winning captain of India, Kapil Dev.
MS Dhoni loves watching WWE
Former Indian captain MS Dhoni loves to watch and play other games than cricket as well. Prior to cricket, Dhoni was a goalie for his school football team. He even loves to watch WWE. In fact, Bret ‘The Hitman’ Hart and Hulk Hogan are two of MSD’s favorite WWE wrestlers.
MS Dhoni is the most successful wicket keeper in Test cricket
Even after so many years on his Test retirement, MS Dhoni is still the most successful wicket keeper in the Test cricket. With 294 dismissals including 256 catches and 38 stumpings, he is the most successful glovesman in Test and with 444 dismissals in 350 games, including 321 catches and 123 stumpings, he is the third most successful wicket keeper in ODI.
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India Vs Australia 2023 Schedule updates: Check Team India full fixtures and match venues for ODI series
All rounder Washinton Sundar and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has also been picked for the three match one day international series. All rounder Axar Patel who had a hamstring injury will be available for the third match in the series.
Expectations are high as India take on Australia in the three match one day international series. Two teams have been announced by India for the crucial ODI series against the mighty Australian side. Captain Rohit Sharma, vice captain Hardik Pandya, batting superstar Virat Kohli and in form spinner Kuldeep Yadav will be unavailable in the first two matches of the ODI series against Australia.
All rounder Washinton Sundar and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has also been picked for the three match one day international series. All rounder Axar Patel who had a hamstring injury will be available for the third match in the series.
Match Date Venue
India Vs Australia, 1st ODI 22nd September (Friday) Mohali
India Vs Australia, 2nd ODI 24th September (Sunday) Indore
India Vs Australia, 3rd ODI 27th September (Wednesday) Rajkot
All three matches of the India Vs Australia Series can be seen on live stream in India on Jio Cinema. The matches will start at 1:30pm onwards.
After making a remarkable comeback to international cricket in the Asia Cup Wicket Keeper- Batsman KL Rahul will captain the Indian team in the first two games of the ODI series against Australia. Indian Middle order batsman Shreyas Iyer will play the whole series. Iyer missed crucial matches in the Asia Cup due to back spasms. SuryaKumar who did not get a chance to play in the Asia Cup will make a comeback in the series against Australia.
Indian Team for first two matches:
KL Rahul(c), Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, Suya Kumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, Washington Sundar, R Ashwin, Prasidh Krishna and Tilak Verma
Indian Team for final ODI:
Rohit Sharma (c),KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, SuryaKumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Washington Sundar, R Ashwin, Axar Patel,Kuldeep Yadav, Virat Kohli,Hardik Pandya, Mohammed Shami, Mohammad Siraj, Shardul Thakur
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Watch: India’s jersey for ICC World Cup 2023 unvieled
Adidas India’s kit partners also released an anthem of their own for the Indian Cricket Team. The anthem is 2 minute 21 second long. The anthem is called Impossible Nahi Yeh Sapna, 3 Ka Dream hai Apna.
There is a major change to the jersey that India wore in the the recent Asia Cup 2023. The white stripes have been replaced by India’s tri colour. The jerseys worn by Kohli, Rohit and others in the video has orange, white and green stripes on the shoulder. Social media users hailed the change from Adidas. Netizens said it is a master stroke and the tri colours has taken India’s World Cup jersey to a whole new level.
There will be no Dream 11 logo during the World Cup as according to ICC norms only the team’s name should be visible in the centre of the jersey. India has not won an ICC title since the Champion’s trophy in 2013. India is seen as one of the favourites to win the World Cup.
ICC launched the anthem of the ICC World cup 2023 on Wednesday. The anthem has Dil Jashn Bole has got mixed reviews on social media. Adidas India’s kit partners also released an anthem of their own for the Indian Cricket Team. The anthem is 2 minute 21 second long. The anthem is called Impossible Nahi Yeh Sapna, 3 Ka Dream hai Apna.
The Adidas Anthem has India Captain Rohit Sharma, Superstar Virat Kohli, vice-captain Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill, pacers Shardul Thakur, Spinner Kuldeep Yadav and all rounder Ravindra Jadeja. The videos has a catchy rap which gives the message to put an end to India’s long wait to win an ICC trophy. The video also gives a sneak peak into India’s World Cup jersey
The main reason due to the favourable home conditions, recent form and a strong team. India has warmed up nicely by becoming the Asia Cup Champions eighth time in a row. India will start their World Cup journey against Australia on October 8 in Chennai. The first match of the World Cup will start with England Vs New Zealand in Ahmedabad.
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Delhi Police praises Mohammed Siraj’s excellent performance in Asia Cup Finals on social media
Siraj performance with the ball was top notch as he dismantled the Sri Lankan batting lineup. He took six wickets in the match bringing the Indian team in a dominant position.
Indian pace bowler Mohammed Siraj’s exceptional bowling performance against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final not only recieved praise from fans all over the world but the Delhi Police social media team as well. They tweeted there would be no speed challans for Siraj today. This implied his fast paced bowling was not only permissible but highly appreciated as well.
Siraj performance with the ball was top notch as he dismantled the Sri Lankan batting lineup. He took six wickets in the match bringing the Indian team in a dominant position. Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah supported Siraj by taking three wickets and one wicket respectively. The Indian bowlers bowled out the Sri Lankan team for 50 runs only. This set the stage for the victory of the Indian team in the Asia Cup.
The highlight of the match was Siraj’s outstanding performance with the ball. He took his first five wickets in just 16 balls. This is the fastest five wicket haul by a bowler in one day international history. He took the wickets of Dhananjaya De Silva, Charith Asalanka, Sadeera Samaraiwickrama and Pathum NIssanka and demolished the Sri Lankan batting lineup.
The match did not start on a smooth note rain caused weather delay in the match. The Sri Lankan Captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss and chose to bat first against India. The match turned out to be memorable for Mohammed Siraj. He became the fourth bowler in ODI history to take four wickets in an over.
Anand Mahindra appreciated Mohammed Siraj in a post on X as the Indian cricketer decided to donate the player of the match cash prize to Colombo Ground staff. Anand Mahindra wrote on X he had just one word for Mohammed Siraj Class which comes from within. After he received the player of the match award, he decided to give away the cash to ground staff in Colombo.
