MS Dhoni had an eventful day against Sri Lanka on the eve of his 31st birthday taking three catches and also effecting a lightening stumping as India reduced Sri Lanka to 264/7 in 50 overs. The wicket-keeper batsman, who recently has come under heavy criticism for his performance, will be celebrating his birthday on June 7 (Sunday). But die-hard fans of the cricketer has already started celebrating their favourite star’s birthday.  Ahead of MS Dhoni's 38th Birthday: Here’s a Look at Mahi’s Obsession With Number Seven.

The former Indian skipper will turn 31 after midnight today but #HappyBirthdayDhoni has already started trending on social media channels. International Cricket Council (ICC) also paid their tribute to the cricketing legend for his undeniable contribution to the game. MS Dhoni Changed the Face of Indian Cricket, Says ICC. 

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Rumours widespread that Dhoni will be retiring after the World Cup when a BCCI member told the press that India's last CWC 2019 game might as well be Dhoni's last. But the veteran cricketer later clarified that he wasn't sure of his own retirement even though many want him to retire immediately.

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