The acrimonious Test series was followed by a long tri-series in January-February with Sri Lanka as the third participant. India won the tournament, beating hosts and four-time world champions Australia 2-0 in the final.
The ODI series was followed by a three-Test series against the arch-rivals in December.
India then played Pakistan at home in a five-ODI series in November. This was Dhoni's first series win as captain in the 50-over format.
India then lead India for the first time in the 50-over format against Australia at home in October.
From England, India straight went to South Africa for the Twenty20 World Championships in September. MS Dhoni led India to a superb win to bag the trophy, stunning one and all.
The Test series was followed by seven-ODI series against England in August. This was Dhoni's last ODI series as the Indian vice-captain.
India then played in a three-Test series in June-July against England, which India won 1-0. Dhoni's crucial knock at Lord's in the first Test saved the game for
