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Former Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni (popularly known as MS Dhoni) is undoubtedly one of the most successful batsmen with an illustrious career. Dhoni rose to prominence slightly later after making his debut for the Indian cricketing team in 2004. Since then, the wicket-keeper batsman has been nothing short of phenomenal in all formats of the game. The Indian batsman, who is known for his explosive and adventurous batting style, was given the flag of leading the team between the years 2007 and 2008 for all formats. In his career, the ‘Captain Cool’ has been able to register elusive records to his name and guide his team to extraordinary records during his tenure.
Let us look at the top 10 records of MS Dhoni.
Top 10 MS Dhoni Records
1. Most centuries batting at number 7
MS Dhoni is well known by his jersey no. ‘7’. However, batting at the very same position, the former Indian captain holds the record for hitting the greatest number of centuries.
2. Most stumpings in international cricket
Dhoni had lightning-quick arms, which would not only track the ball behind the stumps but would also take no time to lift the bails off. Owing to this mind-boggling ability, Dhoni was able to secure the most number of stumpings in international cricket. The former also holds the record for the fastest stumping in the world.
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3. The most number of games led for a team as captain
While Dhoni’s success as a captain for the Indian team is simply unparalleled, he has also led the team for the highest number of times across different formats of the game. Dhoni captained the Indian team in 332 matches winning 178 of them.
4. Highest runs in an ODI innings by a wicketkeeper
MS Dhoni also holds the record for hitting the highest runs in an ODI innings by a wicketkeeper. His highest score of 183 in 2005 against Sri Lanka is also the highest record by a wicketkeeper-batsman so far.
5. First Indian batsman to hit more than 200 sixes in ODIs
Dhoni arrived at a time when the players often resorted to playing carefully and with an error-free approach. Dhoni did fill the void of fearless gameplay in the team with his bold game and rightly so, he eventually became the first Indian batsman to hit more than 200 sixes in ODIs.
6. First Indian wicketkeeper to score a double hundred in test cricket
It can be safely said that the Indian wicketkeeper has performed all the duties finely in his career. Also, there are several records that Dhoni holds only as a wicketkeeper, let alone as a player. Dhoni is also the first Indian wicketkeeper to score a double-hundred in test cricket.
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7. Most sixes hit by a captain in international cricket
In cricket, a captain is expected to lead from the front whenever possible and the Indian captain nailed these expectations in almost every inning he got to bat. Dhoni also holds the record for hitting the most sixes by a captain in international cricket.
8. First Indian batsman to hit a double century against Australia
While playing against Australia in tests has always been a daunting task, Dhoni knew a thing or two about performing it. The former Indian skipper notched a double hundred against the Australian team in 2013.
9. The only player to go past 10,000 runs with an average of 50 or higher
Dhoni has always been an explosive player with his unconventional playing style. The right-hander holds the record for swiftly moving past 10,000 runs with an average of 50 or higher, showing his ability to destructively play the game.
10. Only captain to win all ICC trophies in a career
The Indian wicket-keeper batsman holds the most prestigious record every captain dreams to achieve in his career. Dhoni’s trophy cabinet boasts all the ICC trophies, which consist of the ICC T20 World Cup (2007, ICC Cricket World Cup (2011) and the Champions Trophy 2013, a feat no other captain has been able to achieve so far.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does Dhoni have any world record?
Dhoni holds the record for winning all the major ICC trophies as a captain, winning all the major trophies such as T20 World Cup, ODI World Cup and the Champions Trophy.
When was MS Dhoni the No 1 batsman?
Dhoni reached a career-high ranking of no.1 for the first time in 2009.
What record does MS Dhoni hold as a wicket-keeper?
Dhoni holds the record for scoring the highest number of runs in an ODI innings. Dhoni scored 183 against Sri Lanka in 2005 to name himself for the record.
