MS Dhoni 400 IPL Match: Mahendra Singh Dhoni, one of the most iconic figures in cricket, recently marked a significant milestone by playing his 400th T20 match during Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
At 44, Dhoni may no longer be at the peak of his batting prowess, but he continues to prove his worth as one of the sharpest minds and quickest gloves behind the stumps. With 7,566 runs at a strike rate of 135.90, Dhoni’s impact in the T20 format remains formidable. He also holds the record for the most stumpings in T20s, with 34 dismissals to his name.
MS Dhoni 400 IPL Match: IPL 2025 The Season to Turn Back Time and Timelessness
This season, Dhoni has once again taken up the captaincy reins for CSK in the 2025 Indian Premier League, stepping in after regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out due to an elbow fracture. Gaikwad sustained the injury after a blow to his right forearm during a match against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. Scans later confirmed a fracture, ending his campaign prematurely and forcing CSK to turn to their trusted leader once again.
Dhoni had earlier handed over the captaincy to Gaikwad ahead of the 2024 season, continuing to play a mentoring and supportive role on and off the field. Before that, he had also stepped aside in 2022, briefly passing the leadership to Ravindra Jadeja. However, after a series of underwhelming performances that year, Dhoni returned as captain midway through the season to stabilize the team.
The 2025 season marks his first stint as official captain since the unforgettable 2023 IPL final in Ahmedabad. That night, CSK clinched their fifth IPL title in dramatic fashion, with Ravindra Jadeja smashing a six and a four off the last two balls to seal victory. It was a fitting moment under Dhoni’s leadership, further cementing his legacy as CSK’s most successful captain.
Having led CSK in a record 239 matches, Dhoni’s leadership has become synonymous with the franchise’s identity. He’s guided them through highs and lows, always with an air of calm and precision. With 400 T20 matches under his belt and a trophy-laden legacy, Dhoni’s longevity and influence in the shortest format of the game remain unparalleled.
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