Mahendra Singh Dhoni Height, Age, Girlfriend, Wife, Children, Family, Biography & More

Some Lesser Known Facts About Mahendra Singh Dhoni

• Is Mahendra Singh Dhoni a smoker?

• Mahendra Singh Dhoni does consume alcohol on occasion.

• MS Dhoni’s family hails from Lwali village, nestled in the beautiful Almora district of Uttarakhand. In the 1970s, Pan Singh, Dhoni’s father, ventured out of the village to pursue employment at a steel factory in Ranchi. The ancestral abode of Dhoni’s family is gracefully nestled in the serene Lwali village, situated within the captivating Almora district of Uttarakhand.

• According to MS Dhoni’s uncle Ghanpath Singh Dhauni, his surname is actually ‘Dhauni’ and not ‘Dhoni’. However, due to a mistake in his school certificates, the incorrect surname could not be corrected despite several requests. [12] Business Standard

• He achieved a score of 65% in his 10th Board examinations.

• During his school years, MS Dhoni caught the attention of cricket coach KR Banerjee in 1993 when he exhibited his skills as a goalkeeper. Impressed by his abilities, Banerjee encouraged Dhoni to explore wicket-keeping. Dhoni proved to be a formidable presence during his early days.

• During the Talent Resource Development Wing (TRDW) match in Jamshedpur, PC Poddar, the former cricket captain of Bengal, recognized his immense potential. As a result, he earned a spot in the Bihar U19 team during the 1998/99 season, where he showcased his skills by scoring 176 runs in 5 matches.

• In 2002, Dhoni was aspiring to secure a spot in the Indian team when he developed strong feelings for a young woman named Priyanka Jha. Tragically, their love story was cut short when Priyanka lost her life in an accident that same year.

• Despite playing as a senior for Bihar from 1999 to 2003, his impressive performance went unnoticed by East Zone selectors. Consequently, he was relocated to West Bengal, where he spent three years (2001-2003) working as a ticket collector at Kharagpur railway station.

• Sourav Ganguly approached him in 2003, urging him to relocate to Kolkata. However, he declined the offer and instead returned to Bihar, where he attended the National Cricket Academy.

• In 2004, his life took a dramatic turn when he was chosen for the India A tour of Zimbabwe and Kenya. During this tour, he showcased outstanding performance.

• He made his ODI debut on 23 December 2004 against Bangladesh, but unfortunately, he was dismissed without scoring any runs.

• Dhoni achieved his maiden ODI century against arch-nemesis Pakistan in Vishakapatnam, where he brilliantly scored 148 runs off 123 balls.

• Previously, he sported long locks due to two factors: his admiration for John Abraham and his belief in its luck-bringing qualities. At first glance, he resembled MS Dhoni.

• He was named the MTV Youth Icon in 2006.

• Despite attaining immense success early in his career, he has managed to remain down-to-earth and continues to spend quality time with his childhood friends.

• After Sachin Tendulkar recommended his name in 2007, the Indian cricket team achieved unprecedented heights.

• Having known each other since childhood, the love between him and his wife Sakshi was kindled during the winter of 2007 when they crossed paths in Kolkata, courtesy of Yudhajit Dutta, a mutual friend and manager of Dhoni. It was Dhoni who requested her contact information from his manager, and when he finally reached out to her via message, she initially found it hard to believe. After three years of dating, they eventually tied the knot in a modest ceremony in 2010.

• MS Dhoni was bestowed with the esteemed rank of Lieutenant Colonel by the Indian Territorial Army in 2011.

• From 2012 to 2014, he held the record for being the highest taxpayer among sportspersons in India.

• MS Dhoni and John Abraham are good friends.
• Regarded as one of the finest finishers in contemporary cricket, he has gained fame for his ability to conclude One Day International (ODI) matches by delivering a six. Particularly memorable was his game-winning six in the 2011 ICC World Cup final versus Sri Lanka.

• In July 2013, Dhoni’s childhood friend Santosh Lal, who unfortunately passed away, was the one who taught him his iconic shot known as ‘The Helicopter Shot’.

• By 2012, he had emerged as a leading sportsperson worldwide, ranking #31 in Forbes magazine’s list of top-earning athletes. His earnings surpassed those of renowned athletes like Wayne Rooney from Manchester United and Usain Bolt, the fastest man in the world.

• In December 2014, during the Australia tour, he declared his retirement from Test cricket after the Melbourne test match. He was only one defeat away from equaling the record for the most test matches lost abroad as a captain.

• Named after him, MS Dhoni owns a hotel in Ranchi called ‘Mahi Residency’, which was named in tribute to his inclusion in the Indian national cricket team in 2004.

• Dhoni, a lover of pets, shares his life with two adorable dogs – Zarah, a Labrador, and Sam, an Alsatian. Together, they form a happy and loving family.

• MS Dhoni, the co-owner of ‘Mahi Racing Team India’ in Supersport World Championship, has a strong passion for bikes.

• With the support of Rhiti Group, he introduced the fashion brand ‘Seven’ in 2016.

• There were rumors circulating that he allegedly received ₹40 crores from the producers of his biopic, “M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story” (2016), featuring Sushant Singh Rajput.

• He has a strong affection for clothes and accessories that display a camouflage pattern.

• He was honored with the ‘Padma Bhushan’ award, the 3rd highest civilian award in India, on 2 April 2018. President Ram Nath Kovind presented him with this prestigious recognition. Dhoni added a touch of significance to the occasion by donning a military uniform and marching past the dignitaries gathered at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

• He made an announcement of his retirement from international cricket on 15 August 2020 via an Instagram post.

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I sincerely appreciate all the love and support you have shown me. Starting from 7:29 pm, please consider me officially retired.

On August 15, 2020 at 7:01am, M S Dhoni (@mahi7781) shared a post.

• On August 15, 2020, Sakshi Dhoni, the wife of MS Dhoni, delightedly posted a picture and a video on her Instagram account. The content showcased a stunning red Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, a classic muscle car from the 1970s. This new addition further enhances MS Dhoni’s already impressive collection of cars, making it even more enviable.

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Mahi7781, welcome back home! We have missed you. #transam

On August 15, 2020 at 5:03am, Sakshi Singh Dhoni (@sakshisingh_r) shared this post.

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@mahi7781, Major Mahi is absent.

On August 15, 2020 at 4:42 AM, Sakshi Singh Dhoni (@sakshisingh_r) shared a post.

• Virzu Studios, in collaboration with MIDAS Deals Pvt Ltd, unveiled the poster for Atharva – The Origin, a captivating graphic novel, on February 2, 2022. Within the pages of this exciting creation, Dhoni emerges as a formidable superhero and courageous leader.

• In a statement released on 24 March 2022, CSK announced that MS Dhoni had made the decision to pass on the captaincy of the team to Ravindra Jadeja. Dhoni had successfully led the team for twelve seasons, securing four title wins and five runner-up finishes. The Hindu reported that Jadeja, a crucial member of Chennai Super Kings since 2012, was personally chosen by Dhoni to take over the captaincy. Consequently, Jadeja now becomes the third player to lead CSK as Dhoni relinquishes his leadership role.

• Under the MS Dhoni Entertainment label, he has successfully created three low-budget films: Roar of Lion, The Hidden Hindu, and Blaze to Glory. In October 2022, it was declared that his production company would venture into Tamil and other southern Indian languages like Telugu and Malayalam to produce feature films.

Breaking News: Dhoni is set to establish his own film production company, “Dhoni Entertainment,” dedicated to producing films in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam. #LetsCinema pic.twitter.com/zgTxzdSynT

On October 9, 2022, LetsCinema tweeted.

• Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the captain of the Chennai Super Kings, presented personalized jerseys to Bomman and Bellie from The Elephant Whisperers and the film’s Oscar-winning director, Kartiki Gonsalves, on May 9, 2023, at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

• Chennai Super Kings, led by MS Dhoni, emerged victorious in the IPL 2023 tournament, matching Mumbai Indians’ record for the most number of wins. This marked their fifth triumph, and Dhoni could be seen tightly grasping the coveted trophy in celebration, alongside Ravindra Jadeja.

• In addition to cricket, Dhoni possesses a strong passion for diverse sports, particularly golf. On a notable occasion, he was witnessed engaging in a round of golf alongside Donald Trump, an American politician. At the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, Mahendra Singh Dhoni was spotted accompanied by Donald Trump and several other individuals.