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    Mahendra Singh Dhoni

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Born: 7 July 1981 (age 43 years), Ranchi
Spouse: Sakshi Dhoni (m. 2010)
Dates joined: 2018 (Chennai Super Kings), 2016 (Rising Pune Supergiant), 2008 (Chennai Super Kings) · See more
Siblings: Narendra Singh Dhoni, Jayanti Gupta
Parents: Pan Singh Dhoni, Devaki Devi
Awards: Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year, ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Year · 

Dhoni, who captained Chennai Super Kings to five IPL titles, recently confirmed that he will be taking part in IPL 2025. The veteran wicket-keeper batter is expected to be retained by Chennai Super Kings for just Rs 4 crores thanks to a rule that was brought back by the BCCI for this auction.Thala, translating to 'head' or 'leader' in Tamil, sums up more than just the position of authority. It signifies a person who battles against all odds, snatches victories from the jaws of defeat, and is a source of simplicity. MS Dhoni's journey with CSK is proof of this definitionDhoni holds the post of vice-president in India Cements Ltd, the company owned by former BCCI president N. Srinivasan. Dhoni is a co-owner of Chennai-based football club Chennaiyin FC, a franchise of the Indian Super League. He also co-owns Ranchi-based hockey club Ranchi Rays, a franchise of the Hockey India League.2004Dhoni made his international debut in 2004. His talent with the bat came to the fore in an innings of 148 runs against Pakistan in his fifth international match. Within a year he joined the India Test team, where he quickly established himself with a century (100 or more runs in a single innings) against Pakistan.While talking about Dhoni's IPL future, CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan came up with a confident statement. He said that CSK doors are always open for the legendary player and added that he is sure that Dhoni will take the "right decision". "As far as Mahi bhai (brother) is concerned, you know he keeps everything to himself.

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