MS Dhoni long respected as “Captain Cool”, a title he earned for his remarkable ability to remain calm under pressure. Whether handling difficult situations on the field or leading his team to victory in critical matches, Dhoni’s composure and strategic brilliance have cemented his place as one of cricket’s greatest leaders.
His calm demeanor combined with exceptional tactical skill made him the only captain in history to win all three major white-ball trophies: the T20 World Cup in 2007, the Cricket World Cup in 2011 and the Champions Trophy. 2013. Moreover, with his guidance Chennai Super Kings (CSK) they saw that they were the fifth Indian Premier League (IPL) titles tied for the most titles won by any franchise.
Subramaniam Badrinath reveals a rare instance of MS Dhoni losing his cool
While Dhoni’s composure is legendary, even he has his moments of frustration. Subramaniam BadrinathDhoni’s former India and CSK teammate recently shared a rare and unheard tale of the iconic captain briefly losing his cool. Badrinath recalled an incident in a match with IPL Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Chennai, where CSK were chasing a modest target of 110 but lost wickets in succession and eventually lost the match.
“I got on the circuit against Anil Kumble and was dismissed LBW. As I returned to the dressing room, Dhoni walked in conspicuously. He kicked a small water bottle out of the park. Neither of us could make eye contact with him.” Badrinath told InsideSport in an interview. Despite this rare outburst, Dhoni never let his emotions show on the field, maintaining his characteristic composure in front of the opposition.
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Uncertainty surrounds Dhoni’s future in the IPL as the auction approaches
As the IPL 2025 mega auction draws nearer, speculation continues to mount over Dhoni’s future in the tournament. Despite being a part of the team under Ruturaj Gaikwad in 2024, Dhoni remained tight-lipped on whether he would return to the field for another season. Fans and analysts alike wonder if the cricketing world has seen the last of ‘Captain Cool’ as a player.
Fans are hopeful for next season
Dhoni’s fans hope that the legendary captain will once again wear the yellow jersey. His impact on CSK and the IPL is undeniable and many are eagerly awaiting confirmation of his return. Although Dhoni has previously hinted at retirement, his immense popularity and staying power in cricket continues to fuel fans’ optimism that he will take the field for another season.
