Mahendra Singh Dhoni: When it comes to discussing successful captains and finisher batsmen in the cricketing world, the name of former Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni immediately comes to mind.
He has carved out a remarkable identity for himself not only at the international level but also in the IPL. Whether it’s making big decisions as a captain, or delivering excellent batting, catching, and stumping behind the wickets, Dhoni has won the hearts of fans in every way.
Although Dhoni is not captaining the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) this season, his presence behind the stumps is considered highly significant. In the match played between Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings on Sunday, Mahendra Singh Dhoni achieved a special milestone. He accomplished a feat that will serve as a milestone for other players.
Dhoni Achieves This Major Milestone
The former captain of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mahendra Singh Dhoni, is known as a skilled player who consistently sets new records in cricket. He has played 259 matches in the IPL. With this, he has also become the player who has played the most matches in the IPL league. The most special thing is that he has been a part of 150 winning matches.
Dhoni has become the first player in the IPL to achieve such a milestone. No other player in the IPL has come close to Dhoni in terms of winning the most matches. Rohit Sharma ranks second in this regard, having been part of 133 winning matches.
Ravindra Jadeja is third, having been part of 133 winning matches. Dinesh Karthik is fourth, having been involved in 125 winning matches. Suresh Raina is fifth, with 122 wins to his name.
Dhoni’s IPL Career
Mahendra Singh Dhoni has played for the Chennai Super Kings right from the first season. Dhoni has scored 5178 runs in the IPL at an average of 39.53, including 24 half-centuries. MS Dhoni is also considered one of the most successful captains in the IPL. Under his captaincy, the Chennai Super Kings have won 5 IPL titles.
He has been playing for the Chennai Super Kings since 2008. For your information, Chennai scored 212 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in 20 overs. Chasing the target, the Sunrisers Hyderabad were bundled out for just 134 runs in 18.5 overs.
Dhoni’s achievements in cricket are truly remarkable. His ability to lead from the front, make crucial decisions, and deliver match-winning performances has earned him the respect and admiration of fans worldwide. As he continues to play, he will undoubtedly continue to set new benchmarks and inspire future generations of cricketers.
