PERSONAL INFORMATION
Full Name: Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Real Name: Mahendra Singh Dhauni [1] Business Standard
Nickname: Mahi
Names Earned: MSD, MS, Captain Cool
Profession: Cricketer (Wicket-keeper)
Date of Birth: 7 July 1981 (Tuesday)
Age (as of 2025): 44 Years
Birthplace: Ranchi, Jharkhand, (Then in Bihar) India
Zodiac sign: Cancer
Nationality: Indian
Hometown: Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
Religion: Hinduism
Caste: Khas Rajput [3] Business Standard
Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian
Marriage Date: 4 July 2010
Age: 44 Years
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EDUCATION
School: DAV Jawahar Vidya Mandir, Shyamali, Ranchi, Jharkhand
College/University: St. Xaviers College, Ranchi, Jharkhand
Educational Qualification: College Dropout
PHYSICAL STATISTICS
Height (approx.): 5′ 9″ (175 cm)
Weight (approx.): 75 Kg (165 lbs)
Body Measurements (approx.): – Chest: 42 inches – Waist: 32 inches – Biceps: 14 inches
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Hair Colour: Black
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Marital Status: Married
Affairs/Girlfriends: Priyanka Jha (died in 2002) Lakshmi Rai (South Indian actress) Sakshi Singh Rawat (Sakshi Dhoni)
Wife/Spouse: Sakshi Dhoni
Children: Daughter – Ziva Son – None
Parents: Father – Pan Singh (MECON employee; worked at Junior Management position) Mother – Devki Devi
Siblings: Brother – Narendra Singh Dhoni (Elder, Politician) Sister – Jayanti Gupta (Elder)
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
International Debut: ODI- 23 December 2004 against Bangladesh at Chittagong Test- 2 December 2005 against Sri Lanka at Chennai T20 – 1 December 2006 against South Africa at Johannesburg
Awards, Honours, Achievements: National Awards • Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2007) • Padma Shri (2009) • Padma Bhushan (2018) Achievements • MTV Youth Icon of the Year (2006) • ICC ODI Player of the Year (2008, 2009) • CNN-IBN Indian of the Year in Sports (2011) • ICC Award for Spirit of Cricket (2011) • Inducted in the ICC Hall of Fame (9 June 2025)
MONEY FACTOR
Career Turning Point: Performance in the 2003/04 tri-nation tournament against Kenya and Pakistan A, where he scored 362 runs in 6 matches at an average of 72.40.
Cars Collection: • Open Mahindra Scorpio • Maruti SX4 • Toyota Corolla • Land Rover Freelander • GMC Sierra • Mitsubishi Pajero Sfx • Mitsubishi Out Lander • Porsche 911 • Audi Q7 SUV • Ferrari 599 • Jeep Grand Cherokee • Pontiac Firebird Trans Am • Hummer H2 • Mercedes-AMG G 63 (bought in November 2023) Note: In December 2021, he added a 1971 vintage Land Rover 3 to his garage after participating in an auction held by Big Boy Toyz. [9] Hindustan Times His collection of vintage cars includes Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow and a 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback.
Salary (approx.): Rs. 12 Crore (IPL 2023) [11] Outlook
Net Worth (approx.): Rs 1,040 crore (as of July 2023) [12] Outlook
OTHER INFORMATION
Last Match: ODI – 9 July 2019 against New Zealand at Emirates Old Trafford Test – 26 December 2014 against Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground T20 – 27 February 2019 against South Africa at The Wanderers Stadium
International Retirement: 15 August 2020 [2] CricBuzz
Jersey Number: #7 (India) #7 (IPL)
Domestic/State Team(s): Asia XI, Bihar, Chennai Super Kings, Jharkhand, Rising Pune Supergiants
Coach/Mentor: Keshav Banerjee and Chanchal Bhattacharya
Favourite Shots: Helicopter Shot and Paddlesweep
Nature on Field: Calm
Likes to play against: Pakistan and Australia
Records (main ones): • Under his captaincy, Indian team won major tournaments in all 3 formats: the No.1 Test ranking for 18 months (2009-2011), the ODI World Cup in 2011, Champions Trophy in 2013 and the Twenty20 World Cup in 2007. • Most centuries at the position of No.7 in ODIs. • Most 6s in International Cricket as a captain. • Most number of stumpings in International Cricket. • Highest score by a wicket-keeper batsman in ODIs (183 runs). • Won most T20 International matches as a captain. • Most times bowled in International Cricket while playing a match as a wicket-keeper. • Only skipper to score an ODI century while batting at No.7 • First Indian wicket-keeper batsman to score 4,000 Test runs. • Highlight score by an Indian captain in Tests (224 runs). • 3rd skipper ever to have captained in 300+ international matches, after Ricky Ponting (324) and Stephen Fleming (303). • The only skipper to have captained 50+ matches in all 3 formats. • First Indian captain to win a Test series in New Zealand. • In July 2018, he made the record of maximum stumpings in Twenty20 Internationals (33 stumpings in 91 matches).
Address: Harmu Housing Colony, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
Hobbies: Biking, Playing Football and Tennis, Swimming
Cricketer(s): Batsmen : Sachin Tendulkar , Adam Gilchrist Bowlers : Glenn McGrath, Brett Lee
Cricket Ground(s): Lord’s Cricket Ground, London Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne
Food: Chicken Butter Masala, Chicken Tikka Pizza, Kebabs, Yellow Dal, Sonpapdi, Gulab Jamun and Rasgullas
Football Player: Cristiano Ronaldo
Tennis Player: Rafael Nadal
Actor(s): Amitabh Bachchan , John Abraham
Actresses: Angelina Jolie , Deepika Padukone
Film(s): Agneepath, Sholay
Musician: Kishore Kumar
Colour(s): Blue and Black
Travel Destination(s): New Jersey (United States), Sri Lanka, Goa
Sport (other than cricket): Golf
Bikes Collection: Kawasaki Ninja H2, Confederate Hellcat, BSA, Suzuki Hayabusa, a Norton Vintage, Hero Karizma ZMR, Yamaha Rxz, Yamaha Thundercat, Yamaha Rx, Ducati 1098, Yamaha Rd 350, Tvs Apache, Kawasaki zx14r Ninja, Confederate Hellcat X 132, Harley Davidson Fat boy, Enfield Machismo, Customized Tvs Dirt bike, TVS Ronin (bought in February 2023) [10] The Times of India
INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Mahendra Singh Dhoni, fondly known as MS Dhoni, hails from a humble background in Lawli, a quaint village nestled in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. His father, Pan Singh, moved the family to Ranchi in the 1970s to seek employment in a steel factory, laying the groundwork for Dhoni’s future. Interestingly, Dhoni’s surname is actually ‘Dhauni,’ a fact that remained uncorrected in his school records despite his family’s efforts to amend it. From an early age, Dhoni showed academic prowess, securing 65% in his 10th Board exams, yet it was his remarkable talent in cricket that would eventually define his legacy.
In 1993, while playing for his school, Dhoni was first noticed as a goalkeeper by cricket coach KR Banerjee, who encouraged him to explore wicket-keeping. This pivotal moment set him on a path that would lead him to the Talent Resource Development Wing (TRDW) match in Jamshedpur, where former Bengal captain PC Poddar recognized his potential. Dhoni’s subsequent selection for the Bihar U19 team during the 1998/99 season, where he scored an impressive 176 runs in just five matches, marked the beginning of his upward trajectory in cricket. Despite playing for Bihar from 1999 to 2003, Dhoni struggled to gain recognition from the East Zone selectors and took up a job as a ticket collector at the Kharagpur railway station. During this challenging period, he was approached by Sourav Ganguly to move to Kolkata, but he opted to return to Bihar and attend the National Cricket Academy instead.
The year 2004 proved to be transformative for Dhoni as he earned his place in the India A tour of Zimbabwe and Kenya, showcasing his exceptional skills that would soon capture the attention of cricket enthusiasts worldwide. However, he faced an initial setback during his One Day International (ODI) debut against Bangladesh on December 23, 2004, where he registered a duck. His fortunes shifted dramatically when he scored his first ODI century against arch-rival Pakistan in Vishakapatnam, amassing 148 runs off just 123 balls. Known for his unconventional style, Dhoni initially sported long hair, inspired by Bollywood heartthrob John Abraham and his belief in its luck-bringing powers. As his career took off, he was recognized as the MTV Youth Icon in 2006, yet remained grounded in his roots, cherishing the simple joys of life.
Dhoni’s leadership instincts were soon recognized, with cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar recommending him for the captaincy of the Indian team in 2007. Under his stewardship, Indian cricket flourished like never before. His personal life also blossomed, as he married Sakshi, a childhood friend, and later received the rank of Lt. Colonel from the Indian Territorial Army in 2011. Dhoni’s financial accolades were notable as well; he emerged as the highest taxpayer sportsperson in India for three consecutive years—2012, 2013, and 2014. A known admirer of the sport beyond cricket, he shares a camaraderie with actor John Abraham and has ventured into business with a fashion brand, ‘Seven,’ while also being a co-owner of the Mahi Racing Team India in the Supersport World Championship.
As he continued to redefine cricketing excellence, Dhoni made headlines for memorable moments, including his iconic six that clinched the 2011 ICC World Cup victory against Sri Lanka. His influence extended beyond the cricket field; in 2022, Dhoni appeared as a superhero in a graphic novel titled “Atharva – The Origin,” further reflecting his diverse interests. He officially retired from international cricket on August 15, 2020, a date that marked the end of an era for Indian cricket. Even post-retirement, Dhoni’s legacy lives on; he captained the Chennai Super Kings to yet another IPL title in 2023, equaling Mumbai Indians’ record, and was named brand ambassador for the State Bank of India in 2023. Yet, amidst the triumphs, he remains a figure of intrigue, with recent revelations about his personal relationships and business dealings shining a light on the complexities of his life beyond cricket. As the cricketing world continues to honor his contributions, Dhoni’s story remains an inspiring testament to perseverance, talent, and the enduring spirit of sportsmanship.
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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.