It was the summer of 2013, just after the Champions Trophy victory in England. The team was on a high, but MS Dhoni was unusually quiet on the flight back to Ranchi. While others celebrated, he sat by the window, staring at the clouds.
Critics called it abrupt. But those who know the man understood. For Dhoni, the Indian jersey was a responsibility, not a platform for adulation. He felt he could no longer give his 100% to the longest format due to wear and tear. Walking away silently was his way of respecting the game. He didn't want a guard of honor; he wanted the team to move on without him. untold story ms dhoni
In 2016, Dhoni announced his retirement from Test cricket, marking the end of an era. However, he continued to play ODIs and T20Is, leading India to the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup semifinals. It was the summer of 2013, just after