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Dhoni, as well as other members of Indian team, were present on the occasion. vs Dhoni,as well as other members of Indian team, was present on the occasion.

The correct phrase is: 'Dhoni, as well as other members of the Indian team, were present on the occasion.' The subject 'Dhoni' and the phrase 'other members of the Indian team' are both plural, so the verb 'were' should be used to agree with the plural subject.

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Dhoni, as well as other members of Indian team, were present on the occasion.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use this phrase when referring to multiple people or things connected by 'as well as'. Make sure the verb agrees with the main subject of the sentence.

Dhoni,as well as other members of Indian team, was present on the occasion.

This phrase is incorrect. The verb 'was' does not agree with the plural subject 'Dhoni' and 'other members of the Indian team'.

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