MS Dhoni, the former Indian captain, has applied for a trademark for the word ‘Captain Cool’, a nickname that symbolises his calm and controlled leadership style on the cricket pitch. According to the Trade Marks Registry, the application was stamped as ‘approved and advertised’ and was officially published in the trademark journal on June 16.
The trademark has been registered in many areas, including sports training, coaching, sports facilities, and related services. Dhoni filed on June 5. Interestingly, another company, Prabha Skill Sports (OPC) Pvt Ltd, has already applied for the same phrase. However, their application is currently marked as’ rectification filed’, indicating a corrective procedure.
MS Dhoni was just selected to the ICC Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025.
He joins the esteemed company of Australian icon Matthew Hayden and former South African opener Hashim Amla.
“Celebrated for his calm under pressure and unmatched tactical nous, but also a trailblazer in the shorter format, MS Dhoni’s legacy as one of the game’s greatest finishers, leaders and wicketkeepers has been honoured with his induction into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame,” the International Cricket Council (“ICC”) announced.
The ICC praised Dhoni’s remarkable career while highlighting his greatness extended beyond statistics to include extraordinary consistency, fitness, and longevity. His captaincy was marked by calm leadership, sharp tactical instincts, and a series of historic triumphs.
The 43-year-old took over as captain in 2007 and immediately made his mark by leading India to victory in the inaugural T20 World Cup. He followed it up with wins in the 2011 ODI World Cup on home soil and the 2013 Champions Trophy in England, becoming the only captain to win all three ICC white-ball trophies.
Under his leadership, India also briefly held the No. 1 spot in the ICC Test rankings which registered his legacy as one of the most influential captains in the history of the game. He is also known for backing young talent, and played a key role in shaping the next generation of Indian cricketers
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