8. 72* against Pakistan in 2006, Lahore:
India’s tour of Pakistan in 2005/06 can be said as a breakthrough series for MS Dhoni as a batsman and as a successful chaser. Chasing 289 at the Gaddafi Stadium is never an easy task with the Blues reeling at 190 for 5 at one stage after 35 overs. The match rested on the shoulders of Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh to guide home.
Dhoni was at his destructive best in that game as he completed his half-century in just 35 balls. An expert partnership between the two meant India chase down the total with 14 balls to spare. MS scored 72 from 46 balls which included 13 fours.
The match is best remembered for the hairstyle of MS Dhoni. Yeah. it was when Pakistan President Musharaf asked the former Indian skipper to maintain his hairstyle.