During the 2011 ODI World Cup the left-handed batter from the Punjab scored 362 runs in eight matches at an impressive average of over 90.50. He also took 15 wickets with his part-time spin and maintained a good economy rate of just five runs per over (5.02).

'Thank goodness we picked him...': 2011 ODI WC winning coach Kirsten's shocking revelation on Yuvraj selection

MS Dhoni, also known as Captain Cool or Mahi is one of the most famous cricketers in the world. His calm mind, smart leadership and powerful hard-hitting batting made him a true legend. Let us have a look at five unforgettable cricket moments in his career ahead of his 44th birthday. 

From 2011 World Cup winning six to consecutive IPL titles, top 5 cricketing moments of MS Dhoni's career

India is growing as a sporting nation. A country rich in accolades in hockey and cricket worldwide is slowly carving its way into becoming a powerhouse in Chess.

Cricket, Hockey and now Chess: How Paddy Upton guided D Gukesh to World Championship title

The Indian Cricket Team and its countless fans worldwide realised their dream of winning the 50-over World Cup for the second time in history on this day (April 2nd) in 2011.

OTD in 2011: ‘India lifts World Cup’ – Relive the moment MS Dhoni-led Men in Blue claimed ultimate glory

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni was felicitated by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) as his side prepare for the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against hosts Mumbai Indians.

IPL 2023: MS Dhoni felicitated by MCA on eve of El Clasico clash; Wankhede to have 2011 WC victory memorial

OTD in 2011, MS Dhoni's team India lifted the World Cup after 28 years - RELIVE THOSE MOMENTS!

Former team India selector and a World Cup-winner himself, Krishnamachari Srikkanth has predicted that much like Gautam Gambhir of 2011, stalwart Virat Kohli will also play an anchor role in the upcoming 2023 World Cup, scheduled for October-November this year.

Virat Kohli to do a Gautam Gambhir at 2023 World Cup, predicts ex-selector Krishnamachari Srikkanth

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir revealed some of the senior players in the Indian team told him ahead of the semi-final of the 2011 ODI World Cup that they needed to win the tournament to take the "conversation away from 1983".

Gautam Gambhir reveals senior players told him to win 2011 WC to 'take conversation away from 1983'

MS Dhoni-led India created history by becoming the first-ever host nation to win a 50-over World Cup during the 2011 edition in the subcontinent. Dhoni & Co. were favourites ahead of the tournament and beat teams like Australia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and many others to end with the elusive trophy and break their 28-year-long title drought.

'Had I played, would've dismissed SRT, Sehwag' - Akhtar shares 'haunting' memories from Indo-Pak CWC'11 SFs

MS Dhoni-led India created history when they won the 2011 ODI World Cup as they became the first-ever host country to return with the elusive trophy and also end the country's 28-year-long title drought in the 50-over format.

'It wasn't a very happy MS Dhoni' - Graeme Swann recalls final moments from epic India-England CWC'11 tie

The memorable 2011 ODI World Cup triumph is one of the greatest moments in the history of Indian cricket. MS Dhoni-led India had defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets in a thrilling final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai to bring an end to a 28-year-long drought for India's second ODI World Cup trophy.

'Remaining 10 were having lassi?': Harbhajan Singh on MS Dhoni getting credit for India's 2011 World Cup win

India and Pakistan share one of the greatest rivalries in world cricket. The stakes are always high when the two arch-rivals lock horns on the international stage.

Wasn't ideal to let Pakistan win & stay at Taj, 2011 WC semi-final was non-negotiable for India: Paddy Upton

Harbhajan Singh did feel bitter during the dark phase of his career in 2015-16 as he was repeatedly overlooked but as he called time on his illustrious cricket career spanning 23 years, regret had no space in his mind even though he felt he could have got the timing better.

I have no regrets when I look back, gained more than what I lost: Harbhajan Singh

Former Sri Lankan Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage has made a shocking claim that the ICC World Cup 2011, which India famously won under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, was fixed.

'World Cup 2011 final was fixed': Former Sri Lanka Sports Minister comes up with shocking claim

Throwback | India's unforgettable campaign in ICC World Cup 2011

Yuvraj Singh: A journey of ups and downs

India's two batting greats Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag Tuesday relived the memories of the Men in Blue winning the 2011 ICC cricket World Cup. It was exactly eight years ago when then skipper MS Dhoni registered a six-wicket win against Sri Lanka in the finals.

Nostalgia! Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag recall 2011 World Cup win

ICC World Cup 2011 final hero Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday announced his retirement from all forms of the game. The Indian southpaw, who has been out of action from the national team from a long time, informed that Ranji Trophy fixture against Andhra Pradesh starting on 6 December at his home ground in Delhi to be his final assignment on the ground.

2011 WC final hero Gautam Gambhir announces retirement

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