MS Dhoni is among the most inspirational personalities in the sports fraternity. His achievements speak volumes about his contribution to Indian cricket. He is the most successful Indian captain when it comes to ICC events. Under his leadership, the Men in Blue won the T20 World Cup in 2007, the ODI World Cup in 2011, and the Champions Trophy in 2013.
Apart from being a safe wicketkeeper, Dhoni also had brilliant numbers as a batter, especially in ODI cricket. The 44-year-old played 90 Tests, 350
ODIs, and 98 T20Is during his illustrious career. He aggregated 17,266 runs across the three formats. In the ODI format, he finished with a staggering average of 50.58.
Dhoni has also been a legendary figure when it comes to his performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Not only has he guided Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to five IPL titles, but he has also mentored many youngsters who have gone on to represent India in international cricket.
Dhoni retired from international cricket on August 15, 2020, but he continues to play in the IPL. During this year's IPL, Dhoni was 43 years old, but he did not show too many signs of slowing down. For his accolades on the cricket field, the Ranchi-born has been bestowed with many significant national honours. On that note, let's take a look at the many pieces of silverware in the former India captain's trophy cabinet.
MS Dhoni's ICC awards
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Award Name |
Year(s) |
Description |
|
ICC Spirit of Cricket Award of the Decade |
2011–2020 |
For exemplary sportsmanship |
|
ICC Men's T20I Team of the Decade |
2011–2020 |
Named as captain and wicket-keeper |
|
ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year |
2006, 2008–2014 |
Served as captain for several years |
|
ICC ODI Player of the Year |
2008, 2009 |
Became the first player to win the award on two different occasions |
MS Dhoni's National Awards
|
Award Name |
Year |
Description |
|
Padma Bhushan |
2018 |
India's third-highest civilian award for distinguished service in sports |
|
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna |
2008 |
India's highest sporting honour for outstanding achievement |
|
Padma Shri |
2009 |
India's fourth-highest civilian award for contribution to cricket |
Other Recognitions
|
Award Name |
Year |
Description |
|
LG People's Choice Award |
2013 |
Voted by fans for popularity and impact |
|
Castrol Indian Cricketer of the Year |
2011 |
For exceptional performance |
|
CNN-News18 Indian of the Year |
2011 |
Honoured for significant national impact |
|
MTV Youth Icon of the Year |
2006 |
Celebrated as a youth icon |
Honorary Titles & Degrees
|
Title/Recognition |
Year |
Given By/For |
|
Honorary Doctorate |
2011 |
De Montfort University for contributions to cricket |
|
Honorary Lieutenant Colonel |
2011 |
Indian Territorial Army for patriotism |
