On Sunday, cricket star Dhoni reached a new milestone. He achieved this during the IPL 2024 match against Delhi Capitals. Dhoni now has 300 dismissals.
On Sunday, cricket legend MS Dhoni marked another milestone in his illustrious career. Leading Chennai Super Kings to five IPL titles, Dhoni achieved this during IPL 2024 against Delhi Capitals in Visakhapatnam. His feat: 300 dismissals in T20 cricket, comprising 213 catches and 87 stumpings. Known for his prowess as a wicketkeeper-batsman,
Dhoni’s accomplishment underscores his enduring impact on the sport, cementing his legacy as one of cricket’s greatest players. The match took place at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, further adding to the significance of Dhoni’s achievement in front of the cricketing world.
On Sunday, the influential wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni reached another impressive milestone. Known for leading Chennai Super Kings to five IPL titles, Dhoni achieved this during the IPL 2024 match against Delhi Capitals in Visakhapatnam. With 300 dismissals in his T20 career, including 213 catches and 87 stumpings, Dhoni solidified his position as the wicketkeeper with the most dismissals in T20 cricket history.
his accomplishment further highlights Dhoni’s exceptional skills and contribution to the game, showcasing his unmatched talent behind the stumps. The match took place at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, adding significance to Dhoni’s remarkable achievement in front of his fans and peers. He reached this milestone by taking the catch of Prithvi Shaw off Ravindra Jadeja’s delivery.
Former Pakistani wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal closely trails Dhoni with 274 dismissals (172 catches and 102 stumpings), holding the second position in the rankings. Dinesh Karthik is in third place with 274 dismissals (207 catches and 67 stumpings). Quinton de Kock follows in fourth position with 270 dismissals (221 catches and 49 stumpings), while Jos Buttler sits fifth with 209 dismissals (168 catches and 41 stumpings).
These statistics illustrate the proficiency of these players in their role as wicketkeepers in T20 cricket. While Dhoni leads with the highest number of dismissals, players like Akmal, Karthik, de Kock, and Buttler have also made significant contributions to their teams with their skills behind the stumps.
Each player’s unique abilities have earned them recognition in the cricketing world, showcasing the importance of a reliable wicketkeeper in the game. These rankings serve as a testament to the talent and dedication of these athletes, highlighting their impact on the field and their respective teams’ successes.
Most dismissals by a keeper in T20s:
300 – MS Dhoni*
274 – Kamran Akmal
274 – Dinesh Karthik
270 – Quinton de Kock
209 – Jos Buttler
The renowned wicketkeeper-batsman, Dhoni, entered the crease during the 17th over as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) found themselves in a tough situation. However, Dhoni’s performance turned the game around, captivating everyone present at the stadium. With an unbeaten 37 runs from just 16 balls, he showcased his exceptional batting skills, smashing 4 fours and 3 sixes.
In the face of a daunting requirement of 41 runs off the last over, Dhoni stepped up to the challenge. The first delivery from Anrich Nortje saw Dhoni hitting a boundary through extra cover, setting the tone for an exhilarating finish. Despite the pressure, Dhoni remained composed and focused, capitalizing on Nortje’s inconsistency in line and length.
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The second ball of the over was met with a fierce strike from MS Dhoni, launching it over mid-wicket for a one-handed six, much to the delight of the CSK fans. Nortje’s struggle continued as he delivered another full toss on the fourth ball, which Dhoni effortlessly dispatched to the boundary.
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