When it comes to calm and clever leadership in cricket, MS Dhoni is in a league of his own. He is one of the sharpest minds the game has ever seen. He doesn’t just play the game; he thinks it, reads it, and often stays two steps ahead.

MS Dhoni

His cool head under pressure has become the stuff of legend. In the IPL, Dhoni’s record as captain is nothing short of incredible. He has led in 226 matches across two teams, namely Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS).

No other captain has been at the helm that many times. His leadership has spanned nearly the entire history of the league. Out of those 226 games, he has won 133. That’s the most wins by any captain in IPL history.

His ability to guide his team to victory repeatedly shows his winning mindset. Yes, he has lost 91 matches, too. But what stands out is his consistency and how rarely his teams looked out of control. Even in defeat, Dhoni remained calm, never losing sight of the bigger picture. Most of his captaincy success came with CSK.

Out of 212 matches as CSK skipper, Dhoni has led the team to 128 wins. That’s an extraordinary number. He’s also had 82 losses with them. But even with that, his win percentage is among the best. Few captains have led a team for so long and stayed this successful. The silverware speaks volumes.

Under Dhoni, CSK have won five IPL titles. They also won two Champions League T20 trophies before that tournament was discontinued. He turned CSK into a powerhouse. But it’s not just about trophies. It’s how Dhoni leads. He never panics. He gives his players full trust. He makes sharp decisions quietly.

His field settings, bowling changes and reading of the game are spot on. You don’t have to be a CSK fan to admire MS Dhoni, the captain. The numbers are great. But it’s the style, the calmness, and the belief he brings that truly make him special.