MS Dhoni retires: Amit Shah pens heartfelt note, says 'Will miss his helicopter shots'

In a heartfelt post, Union Home Minister Amit Shah thanked Mahendra Singh Dhoni for his "unparalleled contribution" to Indian cricket and said world sport will miss his signature 'helicopter shots', hours after skipper anunced his retirement from international cricket. 

On Twitter, Shah said Dhoni's cool temperament "has turned several hot encounters in India's favour", and ted that under his captaincy, India was crowned 'World Champion' twice in different formats. 

"MS Dhoni has mesmerized millions through his unique style of cricket. I hope he will continue to contribute towards strengning Indian cricket in times to come. Best wishes for his future endeavours," Amit Shah furr said.

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Dhoni retires

Putting an end to his 16-year-old journey, MS Dhoni has anunced his retirement from international cricket. Taking to social media, Dhoni shared a compilation of his journey so far to make anuncement. Ranchi-l me his debut in 2004 against Banglesh and went on to le Men in Blue to win ICC 2011 World Cup, ICC Champions Trophy in 2013, and 2007 T20 World Cup.

tably, Mahi's anuncement comes on day India celebrates its 74th Independence Day.

"Thanks a lot for your love and support throughout. From 1929 hrs consider me as Retired," Ranchi-l captioned video.

Dhoni spent past year training with his unit in Territorial Army, where he is an horary lieutenant colonel, trying his hand at organic farming at his home in Ranchi, and occasionally hitting nets to send media and fans into a tizzy. 

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