Published 12:17 IST, August 18th 2020

MS Dhoni to champion organic farming cause further post IPL 2020 with latest investment?

Former Indian captain MS Dhoni further showcases his interest in organic farming by acquiring a huge stake in an organic fertilizer company after retirement.

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Former Indian captain MS Dhoni anunced his retirement from international cricket over weekend, taking world of cricket by surprise. However, fans of iconic cricketer will still be graced by his presence on field as he is expected to represent Chennai Super Kings (CSK) franchise in upcoming Indian Premier League 2020 (IPL 2020) season. Apparently, cricketer has already taken up ar venture for his second innings as he recently became a stakeholder in an Indian company named Neo Global.

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MS Dhoni retirement: Cricketer takes up organic farming for his second innings

Mihir Diwakar, managing director of Aarka Sports, which mans MS Dhoni among or cricketers, stated that legendary wicketkeeper-batsman recently became a stakeholder in Neo Global. Neo Global is an organic fertilizer company which has factories in Mumbai and Gujarat. While speaking with New Indian Express, Diwakar stated that MS Dhoni will be associated with company in a big way and he will be re with cricketer in United Arab Emirates (UAE) in September to finalise talks.

Diwakar added that company already has plans to come up with new products in market. According to him, MS Dhoni is impressed by what he has seen already. He said cricketer is happy with product, which is why he acquired a big stake.

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MS Dhoni retirement: Cricketer’s interest in organic farming

This is t first time MS Dhoni has shown interest in organic farming. In June, he purchased a new Mahindra Swaraj 963 FE tractor. Later that same month, he was seen doing some organic farming at his Ranchi farmhouse with his tractor, showing tremendous interest in it and promoting it in a manner which has floored and inspired many fans.

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How much is MS Dhoni net worth?

According to cakwledge.com, MS Dhoni net worth figure is estimated to be ₹760 crore (US$101 million) as of March 2020. His net worth figure comprises of his earnings from Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as an active Indian cricket player. aforementioned MS Dhoni net worth also comprises of his salary from participating in IPL for CSK.

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Additionally, MS Dhoni earns money through his numerous endorsement deals and his various business ventures. cricketer is co-owner of a popular Hockey India League team Ranchi Rays. He also co-owns Chennaiyin FC, a football club from Indian Super League. Additionally, esteemed wicketkeeper-batsman is associated in brand endorsement deals with Orient Electric, Snickers, Indigo Paints among several ors.

How much is MS Dhoni IPL salary for 2020 season?

MS Dhoni IPL salary for 2020 season is ₹15 crore (US$2.1 million). He was retained for aforementioned amount by CSK franchise during IPL 2020 trading and transfer window. IPL 2020 is scheduled to launch on September 19 in UAE.

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Disclaimer: above MS Dhoni net worth and MS Dhoni IPL salary for CSK information is sourced from various websites and media reports. website does t guarantee a 100% accuracy of MS Dhoni net worth and MS Dhoni IPL salary for CSK figures.

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12:17 IST, August 18th 2020