‘MS Dhoni Pavilion’, South Stand of JSCA Stadium to be Named After Former Indian Skipper (See Pics)

The South Stand of the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) will soon be named after MS Dhoni. The cricketer has truly put Jharkhand on the world map and has come a long way. The former Indian captain had battled his way through the top and even went on to lead the country. Dhoni has surely been one of the most successful captains produced by India as he has been the only captain to have picked all the major ICC trophies. So it’s obvious for the state board to honour Dhoni. The placard is already installed in the stadium. Virat Kohli Will Need MS Dhoni for ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, Says Former Sri Lankan Captain Kumar Sangakkara.

MS Dhoni has already been honoured with Jharkhand Ratna- the State’s highest civilian honour. He has also been awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan. The official announcement of the honour is yet to happen, but as per reports, but is expected to be announced when India play Australia in the 3rd ODI of the upcoming five-match series at the venue on March 8, 2019.

Check out the pictures of the placards.

Here’s another one.

MS Dhoni continues to be the guiding force for the Men in Blue and on many occasions is seen guiding the youngsters. Dhoni is touted to be the most crucial member of the team even for the upcoming World Cup 2019.  The former Indian captain was criticised severely for having a bad time with the bat last year but Dhoni with three back to back half-centuries in Australia silenced everyone. He also went on to the bag the Man of the Series Award in Australia.

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