Former India skipper MS Dhoni is appointed as the brand ambassador of PokerStars India. PokerStars is an online poker game and its parent company, The Stars Group, was founded 18 years ago in Costa Rica. 

Dhoni is featured in PokerStars India’s latest campaign – ‘I’m In’. The cricketer can be seen enjoying a game of poker and he also invited others to join in the fun game of skill and thrills.

"I am excited to be associated with the PokerStars family. The thrill, the excitement, the pressure, and the competitiveness of it - these are just some parallels I can draw between poker and cricket. In the last few years, there has been a change in the mindset of people when they think of online Poker. 

"Online Poker like any game of skill requires one to be strategic and play responsibly. Slowly but surely it is being recognized as a sport that is fun and quick to learn but rich in its complexity. With this collaboration we hope to take online Poker to a larger audience.” said Dhoni.

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“It’s already well established that MS Dhoni, who has led India to many international victories, is one of the all-time cricketing greats. What is less known is that his Zen-like poise, combined with his ability to make fearless decisions, makes him a perfect poker player and a truly valuable member of Team PokerStars India. With MS Dhoni at its heart, the campaign showcases how poker is a game for absolutely anyone, a truly universal sport. We cannot wait to see the response of our audience and players across the country,” said Ankur Dewani, CEO, Sachiko Gaming.