Former Indian Cricket team captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni aka MS Dhoni, on August 15, announced his retirement from international cricket. Dhoni took to Instagram to share the message and this has left the fans in shock. He released a video with the message, "Thanks. Thanks a lot for ur love and support throughout. From 1929 hrs consider me as Retired.”
Following Dhoni, another renowned Indian cricketer Suresh Raina announced his retirement from international cricket. He too shared the message on Instagram, which read, "It was nothing but lovely playing with you, @mahi7781. With my heart full of pride, I choose to join you in this journey. Thank you India. Jai Hind!"
After a good performance in the IPL, fans were expecting Dhoni's return to the Indian team. However, the suspension of the IPL had raised concerns among Dhoni's fans. But Dhoni had flown to Chennai from Ranchi to play in the IPL in the UAE. But now, Indian cricket fans have been waiting for Mahendra Singh Dhoni to come on the field.
He retired from Test cricket in 2014 and instrumental in helping India win the first T20 World Cup in 2007.
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