Ranked! Top 5 Greatest Innings Of Ms Dhoni

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket on India’s 74th Independence Day, marking the end of a glorious 16-year career. In his own inimitable style, Dhoni walked away in silence, taking to Instagram and posting a video with a collage of pictures from his incredible journey. The post was followed with the caption, “Thanks. Thanks a lot for ur love and support throughout. From 1929 hrs consider me as Retired,” and the legendary Mukesh number ‘Main Pal Do Pal Ka Shayar’ playing in the background. With Dhoni walking away from the limelight, it’s a good time to revisit his best knocks in international cricket.

- Renin Wilben

For obvious reasons, Dhoni’s masterclass in the 2011 World Cup final ranks at the top. Chasing a challenging 275 against Sri Lanka, India were under massive pressure at 114 for 3...

1. 91 NOT OUT VS SRI LANKA (2011 WORLD CUP FINAL)

For obvious reasons, Dhoni’s masterclass in the 2011 World Cup final ranks at the top. Chasing a challenging 275 against Sri Lanka, India were under massive pressure at 114 for 3. Dhoni hadn’t been in great form in the tournament, yet decided to lead from the front and promoted himself ahead of the in-form Yuvraj Singh. He stayed calm right through even after Gautam Gambhir played a rash stroke on 97 to give Lanka hope. Dhoni’s nerveless knock of 91 not out from 79 balls sits among the greatest in World Cup finals, and his six to bring the trophy home is one for the ages.

2. 76 NOT OUT IN 2007 LORD’S TEST