MS Dhoni The King Of Tough Times

The biggest quality of Dhoni the skipper over the years has been his ability to remain extremely calm and composed under pressure. Although he may be feeling it inside, Dhoni is very good at hiding it...

- Renin Wilben

When Chennai Super Kings (CSK) failed to reach the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 playoffs, many cricket pundits felt it was the end of an era for MS Dhoni and his men in yellow. After all, it was the first time that CSK had failed to qualify beyond the first round barring the two years when they were suspended. Dhoni had already announced his retirement from international cricket and was past his prime as a batter. The Daddy Army taunts were back as the likes of Shane Watson and Dwayne Bravo, on the wrong side of their 30s, did not have a great run. But trust Dhoni to deliver against all odds. What is it that makes MSD such a master at winning the big titles?

THE MONK-LIKE CALMNESS