MS Dhoni: How India won all major ICC trophies under MSD's reign

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is arguably one of  best wicket-keeper batsmen to have played for India. Dhoni, who has scored more than 10000 runs in ODIs, revolutionised role of a finisher with his fast-paced and aggressive style of play. Often compared to legends like am Gilchrist, Dhoni created his own niche by t only with his skill but also his tactics. Let us take a look at three iconic triumphs Dhoni led Team India to:

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2007 - ICC World T20

This was a time when Indian Premier League (IPL) did t exist and T20 cricket was in its infancy. inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007 was also MS Dhoni's captaincy debut for Indian team. India h gone through a terrible 50-over World Cup earlier that year and a revamped manment and core meant that team could play fresh cricket. tournament gifted Indians with some unforgettable moments like Yuvraj Singh hitting six sixes in an over off Stuart Bro and infamous last-ball dismissal of Pakistan's Misbah-ul-Haq to win final. 

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2011 - ICC Cricket World Cup

A World Cup which h eluded India for 28 years was up for grabs and formidable Indian line-up was led by ne or than Dhoni. India breezed ir way past group st and ended up defeating Australia in memorable quarter-final. Mohali semi-final against Pakistan was even more memorable as Indians, with Sachin Tendulkar's 85, walked into World Cup final at Wankhede Stium. What followed is hardly forgettable by any cricket fan, as MS Dhoni spearheed Indian batting with his unbeaten 91 to get India ir second World Cup after 1983 triumph.

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2013 - ICC Champions Trophy

This tournament was right after Indian cricket was rocked by spot-fixing scandal of IPL 2013. A fairly young squ, Indians were looking to enjoy mselves and have a good time in England. exceptional fielding displayed by Indian team took m to final against England. Heavy rains effectively shortened game to a T20 tie as India batted first and me a measly 129/7. England looked favourites to win but an effective spin attack by Jeja and Ashwin along with exceptional fielding by Dhoni and Co. saw Indians wrap up match and  elusive Champions Trophy. With that win, Dhoni became  first captain to have won all major ICC tournaments for his country. 

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