MS Dhoni Bid to Trademark 'Captain Cool' Accepted; Opposition Window Open
- Mahendra Singh Dhoni filed a trademark application for the phrase 'Captain Cool' on June 5, 2023, in India under Class 41 for sports and entertainment services.
- The application faced an objection due to a prior similar trademark by Prabha Skill Sports for gaming services, but the Trade Marks Office waived the objection and accepted Dhoni's plea.
- Dhoni is widely recognized as 'Captain Cool' for his calm leadership and is a former Indian cricket captain known for major ICC victories and extensive international records.
- The trademark was accepted and advertised on June 16, 2025, triggering a four-month opposition window ending October 15, after which Dhoni may secure exclusive rights to the phrase.
- If uncontested, this registration enables Dhoni to exclusively use 'Captain Cool' for commercial ventures including sports training and entertainment, aligning with other athletes who trademarked personal brands.
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Captain Cool now official? MS Dhoni moves to trademark his iconic nickname
Former India skipper, who was popularly called 'Captain Cool' for his composed and calm demeanour on and off the field during his captaincy days, has filed for a trademark in the same name. Dhoni is the only Indian captain to win all three ICC white-ball events.
MS Dhoni one step closer to owning the iconic 'Captain Cool' nickname, applies for trademark
MS Dhoni has applied to trademark the nickname 'Captain Cool' under sports services. However, Dhoni was not the first to file an application for the moniker. A one-person company from Chittorgarh, Rajasthan had earlier successfully applied for the same trademark. But the claim has been put on hold after possible opposition from Dhoni's team.
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