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The regimental dagger insignia of the para forces was embossed on Dhoni's green wicket-keeping gloves. (Photo: AFP)

Sports fraternity supports Dhoni in glove controversy

While his gesture was appreciated by fans, the ICC requested the BCCI to ask Dhoni to remove the sign from the gloves.

07 Jun 2019 5:41 PM

Apparently, Sakshi Dhoni was found at the Rose bowl Stadium in Southampton during the match against South Africa, clicking pictures with her daughter, Ziva Dhoni. Dhoni’s daughter was also seen cheering for her dad. (Photo: Sakshi Dhoni/Instagram)

BCCI might punish MS Dhoni for breaching this rule

The rule states, the wives and girlfriends (WAGs) can meet with their Indian partners after the initial 20 days of the tournament.

07 Jun 2019 5:20 PM

"There is nothing commercial about Dhoni's decision," said Vinod Bhatia (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

'Dhoni sporting Balidan badge has been blown out of proportion': General Vinod Bhatia

'Captain Cool' was spotted sporting the Army insignia, which was clearly seen while he stumped Andile Phehlukwayo.

07 Jun 2019 4:43 PM

Suresh Raina backs Dhoni on Balidan-badge row

On June 5, Dhoni was seen donning the 'Balidan' badge on his wicket-keeping glove during the team's match against South Africa.

07 Jun 2019 4:23 PM

Rijiju also urged BCCI that they should put forward their views while keeping people's emotions in mind. (Photo: PTI)

Union Sports Minister backs MS Dhoni on Army insignia gloves controversy

Rijiju said the government does not intervene in the affairs of the sports bodies as the bodies are autonomous and independent.

07 Jun 2019 4:06 PM

Dhoni was conferred an honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Parachute Regiment in 2011. (Photo: PTI)

Pakistan minister slams MS Dhoni for Army insignia on gloves

The “Balidaan Badge” or the Army insignia was highlighted when Dhoni stumped Andile Phehlukwayo in the 40th over of the innings.

07 Jun 2019 2:23 PM

Of late, Dhoni has had difficulty in hitting out against quality fast bowlers like Pat Cummins, Kagiso Rabada and Jofra Archer. (Photo: AFP)

Sharing MSD's trade secrets with Australia? Naah, says CSK batting coach Mike Hussey

Hussey has played alongside Dhoni at CSK and as coach, watched him from close quarters in the franchise.

07 Jun 2019 2:08 PM

ICC had requested BCCI to remove the badge from Dhoni's gloves. (Photo: AP)

Dhoni and BCCI need to convince ICC to keep the insignia

Dhoni was seen donning a regimental dagger insignia of the Indian Para Special Forces on his wicketkeeping gloves.

07 Jun 2019 1:33 PM

India defeated Proteas in their debut World Cup 2019 clash and will next face Australia on June 9. (Photo: File)

Indians call for CWC 2019 boycott after ICC asks Dhoni to remove Army insignia gloves

A deluge of reactions poured in on Twitter backing the best finisher in the world making #DhoniKeepTheGlove the top trend on the website.

07 Jun 2019 1:32 PM

Dhoni is an Honorary Lieutenant Colonel in the Parachute Regiment of the Territorial Army and dagger is part of their emblem. (Photo: AFP)

'Dhoni not to remove Army insignia from his gloves': CoA chief

Dhoni's green keeping gloves had a dagger logo embossed, which looked more like an Army insignia.

07 Jun 2019 12:11 PM

McCullum and Dhoni had the same number of dismissal, 32, but now Dhoni has 33 dismissals and ranks third on the list. (Photo: AP)

MS Dhoni scripts new World record against South Africa

India displayed an astonishing performance during their World Cup opener as they restricted South Africa on just 229 runs.

06 Jun 2019 3:58 PM

In the midst of the match Dhoni was spotted wearing the army gloves, during that time only his pictures went viral and the MS Dhoni fans erupted and applauded the former captain on Twitter for paying tribute to the Indian para-military Special forces. (Photo:APF)

Twitteratis laud Dhoni for paying tribute to Indian Army

Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s love for Indian Army knows no limits.

06 Jun 2019 1:28 PM

Even the 53-year-old’s father, Salim declared that MS Dhoni’s wicket-keeping abilities keeps him glued to the TV sets. Salim gets amazed by Dhoni’s decision making abilities. (Photo: PTI/AFP)

Salman Khan says why MS Dhoni is important for India; watch video

MS Dhoni surpassed all Indian captains to be called the most successful Indian captain.

04 Jun 2019 1:21 PM

During the team's practice session, skipper Virat Kohli was earlier seen practising with the spinners but later moved on to face the pace attack in the nets.(Photo: Cricket World Cup/Twitter)

ICC World Cup 2019: India prepare for their clash against South Africa

Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan and 2011 winning-captain MS Dhoni spent time in the nets enhancing their skills.

30 May 2019 8:01 PM

A member of the staff gets up close to Madame Tussauds London’s newly unveiled figure of Virat Kohli at Lords Cricket Ground. The figure will be available for guests to see at the world-famous attraction from Thursday.

Virat Kohli’s kohinoor

Kohli will sit alongside legends such as Usain Bolt, Sir Mo Farah and fellow Indian cricket star Sachin Tendulkar at Tussauds.

30 May 2019 2:16 AM

CWC'19 warm-up: FOURMIDABLE

Ton-up KL Rahul makes a strong case for Number 4 spot, Mahendra Singh Dhoni hits scintillating 113.

29 May 2019 12:32 AM

MS Dhoni is the captain of all captains: Suresh Raina

“On paper he’s not the captain. On the ground he’s the captain for Virat I think,” the out-of-favour India batsman said.

28 May 2019 12:55 AM

Raina picked Hardik Pandya as the key player for India at the upcoming event. (Photo: File)

Suresh Raina hails MS Dhoni as 'captain' of all captains

Despite quitting ODI and T20 captaincy in 2017, Dhoni still remains the cricketing brain behind the Indian.

27 May 2019 8:07 PM

In 2008, the Indian side showed its real power after it defeated World Champions Australia in a tri-series final. (Photo: AP)

ICC 2019 World Cup: India squad and player analysis

The Indian cricket team made its presence felt at the international cricket when it won its first maiden world cup title in the year 1983.

27 May 2019 5:57 PM

He made his debut even before Dhoni who burst on to the scene in December 2004 and the rest, as they say, is history. (Photo: PTI)

'Good or Bad but people still talk about me', says Dinesh Karthik ahead of World Cup

The 33-year-old was the subject of an intense debate with many even questioning his selection over Rishabh Pant.

24 May 2019 3:26 PM

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