Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who led his side to victory in three global ICC tournaments, has announced his retirement from international cricket. The announcement on Saturday, 15 August, was in typical Dhoni style, understated and unexpected.
One may also ask, when did Dhoni announced retirement?
Key Highlights. On the evening of August 15, the entire cricket fraternity was left stunned as Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who last played for India in July 2019, announced his abrupt retirement from international cricket.
People also ask, what will MS Dhoni do after retirement?
While the wicketkeeper-batsman has retired from international cricket, he will continue to play in the IPL. In 2018, Chennai Super Kings retained their skipper for a fee of Rs 15 crore, making him the highest-paid player in their squad.
Is Dhoni going to retire from IPL?
Dhoni playing his first game since the last edition of the Indian Premier League.
At what age Sachin retired?
India great Sachin Tendulkar announced his retirement from one-day international cricket on this day in 2012. Aged 39, ‘The Little Master’ – widely regarded as the world’s finest living batsman – called time on his 50-over career, which began in 1989, having won 463 ODI caps.
Why is Dhoni not retiring?
Former India crickter MS Dhoni has drawn the curtains on his international career and the reason why he bid adieu to the sport is because of his love for August 15, India’s Independence Day. … Dhoni had not played for India after the team’s exit in the semifinal of 2019 World Cup against New Zealand.
Why did Dhoni say 1929 hours?
But with Dhoni, a man particular about his numbers and timing, nothing is random. According to sources close to MSD, he chose the time as it was the time of the last sunset in India on August 15. … Even the way he wrote it – 1929 hrs – is how the military notes time. That is because of his love for the armed forces.
Does Dhoni play IPL?
Dhoni is already the most-capped player in the IPL with this being his 206th match. He featured in 30 matches for the Rising Pune Supergiant when CSK were serving their two-year ban from the IPL in 2016 and 2017. Notably, MS Dhoni has led Chennai Super Kings in all but one game.
Who is king of IPL?
Who is best Dhoni or Virat?
So, Who is Better Batsman Dhoni or Kohli
If we consider the overall record, Virat Kohli wins this comparison hands down. He is by far the most successful batsman of the current generation. The current Indian team captain is ranked 2nd in Tests in the ICC rankings and is ranked number 1 in ODIs.
Who is the No 1 wicket keeper in the world?
ODI
| Leading one-day wicket–keepers by dismissals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rank | Name | Total dismissals |
| 1 | Kumar Sangakkara | 501 |
| 2 | Adam Gilchrist | 472 |
| 3 | MS Dhoni | 444 |
Do retired cricketers get pension?
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a pension scheme for retired Test players and umpires. According to the scheme, as reported by the Press Trust of India, 174 ex-players and officials will receive a monthly pension of Rs 5000 (US$113 appx.) … each.
What Dhoni is doing now a days?
But nowadays he is busy with something else. Dhoni after retirement is completely occupied with building his organic farming venture. Dhoni is planning an integrated farming system in his farm in Ranchi and according to reports spends 6-7 hours at his farm.