S Sriram: This game was one of 8 ODIs that Sriram played for India, but he has made a real impact as a coach. He has served as the batting coach of Kings XI Punjab and Royal Challengers Bangalore. The 44-year-old later became the Australian team's spin-bowling consultant and is currently their Assistant Coach.
MS Dhoni: Captain Cool went to have a decorated career that saw him become the first Indian captain to lift all three ICC trophies - the T20 World Cup, the ODI World Cup and the Champions Trophy. MS Dhoni also led India to the #1 position in the ICC Test rankings. He retired from international cricket today, and we will see him in action in IPL 2020 next month.
Ajit Agarkar: Agarkar finished as India's third-highest wicket-taker in ODI cricket, and retired with a host of curious records to his name, such as the fastest fifty in the 50-over format. He is currently a pundit on television.
Irfan Pathan: Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan didn't quite fulfil his immense potential, although he played 129 ODIs, 29 Tests and 24 T20Is. After playing for as many as 6 IPL franchises, he walked away from the sport earlier this year. The left-armer has opened an academy in his hometown, and makes frequent appearances as an analyst on air.
Joginder Sharma: Joginder bowled an economical spell in this game, and would go on to play a crucial role for MS Dhoni's team in the 2007 T20 World Cup. He is now the Deputy Superintendent of Police in his home state of Haryana and continues to serve the country, albeit in other ways.
Harbhajan Singh: Veteran bowler Harbhajan Singh is the only player in this XI who is yet to announce his international retirement, although he last played a game for India in 2016. The off-spinner is 40 years old, and it's hard to imagine him getting a call-up again. However, he will crucial to CSK's fortunes in the upcoming IPL, which is taking place in spin-friendly conditions in the UAE.
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