India, July 7 -- Indian cricket icon Mahendra Singh Dhoni rings in his 45th birthday today. One of the most successful captains in the country's history, Dhoni has a fascinating resume, with his decorated cabinet featuring three major ICC trophies and five Indian Premier League (IPL) titles. He retired from international cricket in 2020, but continues to be a part of Chennai Super Kings. The veteran wicketkeeper-batter, who has made 278 IPL appearances for the franchise since 2008, didn't play a game in the recently concluded season due to an injury, breaking the hearts of many fans.

Hailing from Ranchi, Dhoni appeared on the international scene in his iconic long-haired look for the first time in 2004. He assumed captaincy in T20I and O...