The IPL 2024 season ushers in a new chapter for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as
Captain Cool, “Mahendra Singh Dhoni” steps down from the captaincy after a
glorious era.

The future is bright for CSK as the Young batting sensation Ruturaj
Gaikwad is named as the team’s new captain just before the start of IPL 2024.
MS Dhoni remains an emotional icon for countless cricket fans.

His finishing prowess hasn’t diminished; he had a phenomenal strike rate of 182.45 in
the death overs last season, showcasing his power with a jaw-dropping 10 sixes!

MS Dhoni concluded his tenure as IPL captain in the final match between CSK and GT last
year. Leading the Yellow Army to win their 5 th IPL trophy.

No. of Matches Played 212
Matches Won 128
Matches lost 82
No Results 2
Winning Percentage 60.37%

He fostered a winning culture within CSK, where players thrived under his calm guidance.
His ability to back his players, even during rough phases, instilled confidence and a sense of belonging.

Dhoni, a wicketkeeper himself, had an exceptional understanding of the game
from behind the stumps, his on-field decisions and tactical tweaks proving to be game-
changers on numerous occasions.

He also captained Rising Pune Supergiant for 14 games during CSK’s two-year ban from the IPL in 2016 and 2017.

MS Dhoni, the legendary Indian Cricketer, made his IPL debut back in 2008. He played his first match for the Chennai Super Kings on April 19, 2008 against Punjab Kings at the
Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium.

MS Dhoni is possibly regarded as one of the best wicketkeepers ever to grace the sport and
the man with his exceptional skills has dominated World Cricket for close to 20 years.
His dismissal in IPL (180) puts him at the top spot ahead of all his peers.

During the IPL 2023 Final, Dhoni did exceptional stumpings against current GT skipper,
Shubhman Gill in just 0.12 seconds.

Captain Cool “MS Dhoni” is often called as “Thala” which means Leader of the pack
and with his outstanding leadership over the years where he clinched IPL title for
record 5 times will be etched in the minds and hearts of all cricket fans.

At last, I want to say “Good Bye Captain Dhoni” we will miss your captaincy and
guidance behind the stumps.

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