England fast bowler Chris Jordan has publicly declared MS Dhoni as the best captain in IPL history. Jordan, who played under Dhoni's leadership during his stint with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2022, highlighted the legendary wicketkeeper's iconic status and unparalleled leadership qualities.
Dhoni is the joint-most successful captain in IPL history, having led CSK to five titles, matching Rohit Sharma
“My best captain from IPL... I feel like a lot of cricketers' dream is to be able to play under MS at some point in their life, just because of the iconic figure that he is and stuff. So, I'd definitely have to say MS Dhoni,”
Best career strike rate performers (batting specialists only: batters, all-rounders, wicketkeepers) for Chennai Super Kings players
| Rank | Player | Team | strike-rate-career |
|---|---|---|---|
#1 | Chennai Super Kings | 214.29 | |
#2 | Chennai Super Kings | 143.66 | |
#3 | Chennai Super Kings | 139.05 | |
| #4 | Chennai Super Kings | 137.47 | |
| #5 | Chennai Super Kings | 137.45 |
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When we started the season, right from the appointment of the coaching staff, we have always taken his advice and suggestions. He followed the entire [SMAT] tournament, noted all the strengths and weaknesses of the players and discussed with us. He knows the stats and numbers of each domestic player from Jharkhand.
Batter
Dear CSK, thank you so, so much for giving me this opportunity. And I feel very lucky that I am going to play with Mahi bhai [MS Dhoni]. I hope I will learn a lot, and cannot wait to join you guys soon. Thank you so much for giving me a new life,
Batter
'Avan kadhava thattala, idichi odachitu irukaan.’ ( He is not knocking on the door; he is breaking it open ). CSK should look at riding his purple patch by slotting him into the Playing XII surely?
Batter
“My best captain from IPL... I feel like a lot of cricketers' dream is to be able to play under MS at some point in their life, just because of the iconic figure that he is and stuff. So, I'd definitely have to say MS Dhoni,”
