As MS Dhoni On July 7, 2025, it turned 44, fans around the world flooded with social media with tribute to one of the most prestigious cricketers in India. Known for his unwanted calm calm in pressure conditions and unique strategic talent, Dhoni began his international journey in 2004 and quickly turned into a revered man.
Former Indian champion captain MS Dhoni turns 44
From electrifying stumping to match-winning knock, Dhoni’s career has been defined from moments that rewrite India’s cricket story. He scored 17,266 international runs and influenced 829 dismissal in 538 matches, which overtook not only numbers, but a legacy of inspiration. While his finishing ability in Odis made him a domestic name, it was his frequent leadership and match awareness that raised him beyond the data.
Dhoni’s love for his hometown Ranchi and his unfounded nature has joined his attraction. Even in its last years Chennai Super KingsHe continued to lead for example, became a symbol of flexibility and humility. Today, she enjoys praise, she is as stems from her achievements as she fulfills her responsibilities. His cricket brain has influenced a generation, and his legacy continues to shape Indian cricket, even after his international retirement.
Dhoni’s influence from OD to IPL glory
Dhoni’s strongest format was undoubtedly a day international, where he played 350 matches, scoring 10,773 runs at an unprecedented average of 50.57. With 10 centuries, 73 fifties, and not the best of 183- not out- yet considered one of the best innings by a finisher, Dhoni proved why he is a legend. In particular, he achieved these numbers, while mainly batting in the middle and lower order, one feat most. He is currently the sixth largest run-runner in India at ODI.
In Test cricket, he contributed 4,876 runs out of 90 matches with six centuries, including a memorable 224, while 60 tests led India, leading 27 wins and guiding the team number 1 in the ICC rankings. His captaincy was important in dominance in the forms of India. Dhoni picked up five Indian Premier League (IPL) In Trophy, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2018, 2021, and 2023, franchise strengthening his stature as a strategic talent in cricket. As captain, beyond 226 IPL Games, he put his side for 133 wins, making him the most successful leader in IPL history. Whether white, blues, or yellow, Dhoni’s contribution to the game is unique, his name is always synonymous with the golden age of Indian cricket.
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Here is how cricketers reacted:
Happy birthday to a living legend, @msdhoni Brother Thanks to everything, you are nothing but the best. pic.twitter.com/cbwzcia36w
– Shikhar Dhawan (@sdhawan25) July 7, 2025
Happy Birthday, Mahi Bhai!
From that first handshake to every calm moment you led us, it is thankful that he has shared the dressing room with him.
You taught us how to win with humility.
Wish you health, happiness and a lot of time on your bike.@msdhoni pic.twitter.com/zs9frj7vsk
– Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcrick) July 7, 2025
Happy Birthday Mahi Bhai! You wish endless happiness, good health and what you have always inspired us. Leaded with grace and thanks for creating countless memories for all of us. Legendary forever! @msdhoni #Msdhonitheuntoldstory #msdhonibirthaday pic.twitter.com/ie4eaqw6h8
– Siddharth Kaul (@IAMSIDKAUL) July 7, 2025
He came as a player, lived as a leader, and became a legend. Chennai will always take your heritage with pride. Happy birthday, captain @msdhoni #HAPPYBIRTHEMSDONI pic.twitter.com/ckennew8r5
– S.Badrinath (@S_Badrinath) July 7, 2025
happy Birthday to @msdhoni Brother pic.twitter.com/GFVCWR2HDI
– Ashok Dinda (@Dindaashoke) July 7, 2025
The right day to share it. MS Dhoni not only a cricketer but a hero for every common man. #Msdhonitheuntoldstory #Dhoni #happybarthadaydhoni #Cricket pic.twitter.com/vmqhco2h1c
– Srivat Goswami (@Shrerevats1) July 7, 2025
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