MS Dhoni

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, popularly known as MS Dhoni, is one of India's most successful cricketers, captains and sports entrepreneurs. Born on 7 July 1981 in Ranchi, Jharkhand, Dhoni rose from playing cricket in his hometown to becoming India's most successful captain across the major ICC white-ball tournaments. He made his international debut in 2004 and quickly established himself as a powerful wicketkeeper-batter and a distinctive leader.

Dhoni captained India to victory at the inaugural ICC World Twenty20 in 2007, the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011 and the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013. Under his leadership, India also became the No. 1 Test team in the world. He remains the only captain to have won all three major ICC limited-overs trophies. Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket in 2020 but continued playing in the Indian Premier League for Chennai Super Kings.

Beyond cricket, MS Dhoni has built a diversified business portfolio spanning sports, fitness, fashion, entertainment, food and beverage, technology and startup investments. His ventures and investments include SEVEN, SportsFit World, Chennaiyin FC, Mahi Racing Team India, Dhoni Entertainment and stakes in companies such as Garuda Aerospace, CARS24, EMotorad and Khatabook.

Dhoni co-founded Dhoni Entertainment with his wife Sakshi Dhoni, producing projects including the documentary series Roar of the Lion and the Tamil film LGM. His commercial portfolio, IPL earnings, endorsements, investments and businesses have made him one of India's wealthiest and most commercially successful sports personalities.