Dhoni Picked by Rising Pune Supergiants

The Rising Pune Supergiants were established as one of the new franchises for the Indian Premier League (IPL) following the suspension of the Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals. In a strategic move to build a competitive team, the Supergiants selected Mahendra Singh Dhoni as one of their five draft picks. This decision was made on December 15, 2015, with Dhoni being acquired for ₹125 million (approximately US$1.5 million). His selection was significant given his status as one of the most successful captains in cricket history and a key player in the IPL. During his tenure with the Supergiants, Dhoni played a total of 30 matches over two seasons, contributing 574 runs to the team's performance. His leadership and experience were expected to guide the new franchise in its inaugural season and beyond.