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MS Dhoni retires from international cricket. 5 investment lessons to learn from him

MS Dhoni is the only Indian captain to win all three major ICC trophies — T20 World Cup in 2007, 50-over World Cup in 2011 and ICC Champions Trophy in 2013
  • Some of his qualities that helped him succeed on the cricket field can also be applied to the investing world
  • Mahendra Singh Dhoni bids adieu to international cricket (Reuters)Premium
    Mahendra Singh Dhoni bids adieu to international cricket (Reuters)

    Mahendra Singh Dhoni, arguably India's most successful captain, has recently announced his retirement from international cricket. He is the only captain to win all three major ICC trophies — the T20 World Cup in 2007, the ODI World Cup in 2011 and the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013. From a railway ticket collector to ending the game as one of the greatest players — everyone has something to learn from Captain Cool's journey. Some of the qualities that helped him succeed on the cricket field can also be applied to the investing world.

    Here are the five lessons for investors from Dhoni's successful career

    Patience is virtue:

    If you look at Mahendra Singh Dhoni's 16-year-long cricket career, you will notice how he remained calm during the most crucial moment in a match. He is not touted as India's best finisher for nothing.

    Being patient during times of uncertainty in the markets is the key. Your investment in small-saving schemes or bank FDs or stock depends on several factors. Whether it's a job loss or sudden market crash, you have to remain composed while handling your investments. If one stock of yours does not perform well, don't panic. You will always have the option to switch it considering your financial goals.

    Ups and downs, part of (investors') life

    Like everyone else, Mahendra Singh Dhoni had ups and downs in his career. The 39-year-old cricket star debuted in the ODIs in 2004-05 with a duck. But he did not let one bad performance affect his career. "Ups and downs are part of a player's career. What is important is how you come back into form after a lean patch," the Ranchi born cricketer once said.

    Similarly, a bad day should not affect your investments. If you consider all the factors before an investment, be confident about achieving your goals.

    Have faith in yourself:

    If you are an avid cricket fan, you must remember the time when MSD handed the ball to Joginder Sharma during T20 World Cup final in 2007. Remember how Dhoni sent Rohit Sharma to open before the 2013 Champions Trophy in England? MSD has always believed in himself on the field.

    While making investments, if you are convinced about an asset, fund or scheme, go ahead with your belief. It is important to do research before any investment, but you should also have faith in your investment decisions. You can also take help of an advisor and monitor your fund's performance.

    Know your strengths

    Mahendra Singh Dhoni knows his strengths and always sticks to them on the field. "He is a great competitor and keeps his composure better than anyone, especially under pressure. He is a very smart player, who is calculating," Australian cricketer Michael Hussey once said.

    Knowing your strength can also help you in the financial markets. One should keep a tab on own their budget, goals and investments than blindly following expert views or market trends.

    The right guidance:

    Football was Mahendra Singh Dhoni's first preference during his school days. He used to play football for his school team. Keshav Ranjan Banerjee, the cricket coach at the DAV Jawahar Vidya Mandir school in Ranchi introduced 'footballer' Dhoni to cricket. Over the years, several coaches have trained Mahendra Singh Dhoni and helped him to achieve all the success.

    In personal finance too, a financial adviser can help you find the right investments to reach your goals. Financial advisors offer unbiased advice while investing. So a little guide can help you to go a long way.

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    Published: 17 Aug 2020, 05:25 PM IST
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