BCCI nominates MS Dhoni for Padma Bhushan

MUMBAI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has nominated Mahendra Singh Dhoni for the Padma Bhushan, the nation’s third highest civilian award.

“Yes, it’s confirmed, we have recommended D hon i’ s name for the Padma Bhushan,” BCCI acting president C.K. Khanna said on Wednesday.

Former captains Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Rahul Dravid and Chandu Borde have received the award earlier.

Dhoni, who made his international debut in 2004, is the most successful captain for the Indian cricket team. He has led the team to two World Cup titles — the World Twenty20 in 2007 and the 50-over World Cup in 2011.