MS Dhoni has inspired millions of people all across the world. For more than a decade, he has been the beating heart of a nation, carrying the hopes and expectations of a billion Indians on his shoulders. Dhoni will go down as one of India’s best players, refusing to surrender defeat even in the most trying of situations. As one of India’s most beloved sons and probably the most popular cricketer of all time walks away from the 22-yard line, here’s a look back at some of his wise statements that will encourage you.
1) In 2014, MS Dhoni was asked about the pressure of leading India in all three versions of the game after noticing his beard turning white.
” It’s like 100 kgs put over you. That’s good enough to weigh you down. After that even if you put a mountain, it will not make a difference.”
2) After two consecutive whitewashes against Australia and England, he was asked which defeat was the worst.
“When you die, you die. You don’t know which is the better way to die.”
3) After winning all three major ICC titles, MS Dhoni was asked what was remaining to win. T20I and ODI World Cups, as well as the Champions Trophy.
“I don’t mind repeating everything.”
4) MS Dhoni was well aware of his priorities.
“You don’t play for the crowd, you play for the country.”
5) When MS Dhoni was questioned if India had already conceded defeat halfway through a series.
“Till the full stop doesn’t come, the sentence is not complete.”
6) MS Dhoni has always believed that fitness is the key to a team’s ability to win important games on the field.
“If you are not 100% fit and not at your best, it’s cheating.”
7) During a series, MS Dhoni was asked about his daughter Ziva.
“I am on national duty. Everything else can wait.”
