The Untold Truth About MS Dhoni: 7 Mind Blowing Facts

1. He was a goalkeeper in his school football team before he turned to cricket.

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2. He made his international debut in December 2004 against Bangladesh.

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3. Dhoni is the only captain to win all three ICC trophies - the World Cup, the World T20, and the Champions Trophy.

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4. He is known for his calm and composed nature on the field, earning him the nickname "Captain Cool."

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5. Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket in August 2020, bringing an end to a glorious career spanning over 16 years.

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6. Dhoni has a close association with the Indian Army and has been conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

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7. Dhoni is an avid lover of bikes and has a huge collection of them.

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