MS Dhoni took the world by surprise when he announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday. After Dhoni's sudden announcement, social media was flooded with reactions from former cricketers, current stars and fans, congratulating MS Dhoni for a wonderful career and wishing him well for his future endeavours. Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar thanked the wicketkeeper-batsman for his immense contribution to Indian cricket. Tendulkar, who won the 2011 World Cup under Dhoni's leadership, described it as the best moment of his life and wished him the best for his second innings. "Your contribution to Indian cricket has been immense, @msdhoni. Winning the 2011 World Cup together has been the best moment of my life. Wishing you and your family all the very best for your 2nd innings," Sachin Tendulkar tweeted.
MS Dhoni Retires: Sachin Tendulkar, Others Thank Former India Captain For His "Immense" Contribution
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MS Dhoni Retired: MS Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket via an Instagram post.
MS Dhoni led India to ODI World Cup glory in 2011, ending country's 28-year long title drought.© AFP
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MS Dhoni took the world by surprise when he announced his retirement
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Sachin Tendulkar thanked Dhoni for his immense contribution to cricket
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R Ashwin thanked the cricket legend for "giving it all for the country"
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Dhoni last played for the country in July last year in the semi-final of World Cup 2019, where India suffered an agonizing defeat to New Zealand.
On Friday, Dhoni and several of his Chennai Super Kings teammates flew to Chennai for a camp before flying to the United Arab Emirates for the IPL 2020.
Dhoni is all set to lead the Chennai-based franchise in the 13th edition of the Indian Premier League in the UAE.
Under MS Dhoni, CSK have have been one of the most successful and consistent teams in the cash-rich league, winning three titles. Theyare the only team to qualify for the knock-out stage of the tournament in each of its 10 seasons.
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