MS Dhoni Archives - National Times

22 Jun

Dhoni and Kohli get tennis lookalikes as Sanju Samson draws ultimate Roger Federer comparison

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsSportsCricket, MS Dhoni, Sanju Samson, tennis, Virat Kohli, World Cup

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)—India's star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson shared intriguing insights into the personalities of cricket legends, drawing unique comparisons to some of the biggest names in tennis. Speaking during an appearance on JioStar, Samson likened former Indian captain MS Dhoni to Swiss tennis maestro Roger Federer. He explained that Dhoni's calm, composed approach to the game, paired with an ability to deliver incredibly powerful and impactful performances with apparent effortlessness, mirrors the legendary tennis player's elegant demeanour on the court. In contrast to Dhoni's serene style, Samson compared current tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz to modern cricket icon Virat Kohli.…

18 May

MS Dhoni Visits NSG Centre in Chennai, Showcases Marksmanship Amid IPL Return Speculation

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndia, SportsChennai NSG centre, Dhoni marksmanship, Dhoni NSG visit, Mahendra Singh Dhoni shooting, MS Dhoni

Chennai (Gurpreet Singh): Former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni visited the National Security Guards (NSG) regional centre in Chennai, where he displayed impressive shooting skills during a target practice session at the tactical range.The legendary wicketkeeper-batsman was seen handling a sub-machine gun and a pistol with notable precision, with visuals of his firing drill quickly going viral across social media platforms. Fans praised Dhoni’s calm composure and accuracy, once again highlighting his well-known admiration for India’s armed and security forces.During his visit, the 44-year-old cricket icon spent time interacting with elite NSG commandos and their families. In a light-hearted…

10 Apr

MS Dhoni Returns as CSK Captain After Gaikwad Injury Blow

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsCSK captain, IPL 2025, MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad injury

New Delhi, April 10, 2025: MS Dhoni is back at the helm of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out of IPL 2025 due to an elbow injury. The news was confirmed by CSK coach Stephen Fleming in a pre-match press conference ahead of Friday’s clash against Kolkata Knight Riders.“Ruturaj Gaikwad is out of the IPL tournament due to injury, and Dhoni will take over as captain for the rest of the games,” Fleming said. The legendary wicketkeeper-batter, who led CSK to their fifth IPL title in 2023, will now guide the team through a challenging…

28 Mar

RCB End 17-Year Drought at Chepauk with Dominant Win Over CSK

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsIPL 2025, Josh Hazlewood, MS Dhoni, Rajat Patidar, RCB vs CSK

National Times Bureau, March 28, 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended their 17-year wait for a victory at the MA Chidambaram Stadium with a commanding 50-run triumph over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their IPL 2025 clash. RCB’s all-round performance ensured a comfortable win as they defended a strong total of 196/7 with ease.Batting first, RCB capitalized on a solid start, with captain Rajat Patidar leading from the front. His 51 off 32 balls set the tone, while contributions from Glenn Maxwell and Dinesh Karthik propelled RCB to a challenging total. CSK’s bowlers, led by Deepak Chahar, fought hard, but…

23 Mar

CSK Banks on Spin Strength Against MI in IPL 2025 Opener at Chepauk

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsChennai Super Kings, CSK vs MI, IPL 2025, MS Dhoni, Mumbai Indians, Rohit Sharma

Chennai, March 23, 2025 – Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will rely on their formidable spin attack and recent dominance over Mumbai Indians (MI) as they kick off their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday.With conditions at Chepauk favoring spin, CSK has reinforced its bowling lineup by adding Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Shreyas Gopal, and Deepak Hooda to an already strong setup featuring Ravindra Jadeja. This strategic buildup could prove crucial against MI, a team struggling with key absences.CSK’s legendary captain MS Dhoni remains a central figure, leading a squad that boasts strong depth across…