ICC CWC 2019: A new record for MS Dhoni in World Cup semis at Manchester
XtraTime Web Desk: Former India skipper MS Dhoni has added another feather on his cap. The first semifinal of the World Cup between India and New Zealand at Old Trafford was Dhoni’s 350th one-day international. Prior to Tuesday’s big game, Dhoni played 349 ODI matches and crossed the 10,000 runs-landmark at a strike rate of 87.67. His batting average is around 50 in ODIs.
After legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, Dhoni is the only Indian batsman to achieve this milestone. Before announcing his retirement, Tendulkar had played 463 ODI matches and scored 18,426 runs. Dhoni is playing his 347th ODI for India, while he has also played in 3 one-day internationals for Asia XI.
Dhoni has captained the Indian side in 200 matches out of total 346 matches he has played, becoming the third cricketer and the only Indian to do so.
With the India vs New Zealand semi-final match, Dhoni will also become the first cricketer to play 350 ODIs at a stretch as a designated wicket-keeper. Former Sri Lankan cricketer Kumara Sangakkara has played 360 ODIs as a wicket-keeper but he changed roles in some matches.
