Happy Birthday, Dhoni: A look at MS Dhoni’s iconic hairstyles over the years

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who made his debut for India in 2004, not only won hearts with his impressive batting style, but also with his long and golden-streaked locks. And did you know that former president of Pakistan Pervez Musharraf was so much in awe of his hairstyle during the Pakistan tour of 2006, that he advised him to not get a haircut! (Source: File Photo)

India's win in the 2007 Twenty20 World Cup brought Dhoni unprecedented fame. At that time, the poster boy of Indian cricket opted to revert to his original look and sported straightened hair. This look was much admired by his fans. (Source: File Photo)

In 2008, Dhoni opted for an ideal summer look by getting his hair trimmed on the sides and keeping volume of hair only on the nape and crown. (Source: File Photo)

When the former skipper bought a Hummer in 2009, he was seen sporting long side-burns and a heavy crown accentuated with spikes. (Source: File Photo)

The former skipper shocked his fans, especially his female fans, when he opted for a buzz cut in 2010. (Source: File Photo)

Mahi went nearly bald in 2011 right after winning the ICC World Cup title. This was a bold look from Dhoni, and also drew the ire of many Indian fans who did not quite approve of his look. (Source: AP)

Dhoni has always remained in the limelight with his stylish hairdos, and this haircut - when he chopped off his locks to don a crew cut in 2013 - came as no surprise. (Source: File Photo)

The former Indian skipper opted for the funky 'Mohawk' hairstyle in 2013, as he took the field for Chennai Super Kings. This is one of his most famous styles, which we think is best suited for the scorching summer heat. (Source: PTI)

The wicket-keeper opted for a clean gelled look at the store launch of his brand 'Seven' in Ranchi in 2017. (Source: File Photo)

Dhoni once again made headlines in 2018 when he sported the retro ‘V Hawk’ haircut. (Source: Madowothair/Instagram)

Mahi was also seen sporting a salt and pepper look in 2018. (Source: AP)

Dhoni has stuck with a regular haircut for the longest time this year. Do you think he will experiment again? (Source: Express Photo)

Whether it is a mohawk or a crew cut, MS Dhoni is known to sport the latest trends when it comes to hairstyles. So it comes as no surprise that the former captain of India's men cricket team has opted for a new look once again. Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim posted photographs of Dhoni and team mate Hardik Pandya, who are currently playing the ongoing World Cup, sporting new hairstyles. Dhoni can be seen in a completely different look with trimmed sides. What do you think of his latest hairstyle?