India, July 8 -- Former Indian team captain MS Dhoni celebrated his 45th birthday with a rare public appearance at Trent Bridge on Tuesday. Dhoni was seen in the stands during the 3rd T20I between India and England, drawing massive cheers from the crowd.

As the broadcast cameras panned to the smiling veteran, Indian cricket great Sunil Gavaskar took the opportunity to send an on-air greeting.

"Oh, here is the birthday boy, MS Dhoni. He turns 45 today, yet he still looks like a 26-year-old. From my side, I'd like to wish a very, very happy birthday to the greatest captain India has ever seen." Gavaskar said on commentary. He also echoed the desperate sentiments of millions of Chennai Super Kings fans: "I hope he plays one more IPL season...