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MS Dhoni sits out of trip to Delhi ahead CSK’s next IPL 2026 match | Cricket News

MS Dhoni sits out of trip to Delhi ahead CSK’s next IPL 2026 match | Cricket News

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1 min readUpdated: May 4, 2026 04:05 PM IST MS Dhoni has not travelled to Delhi for Chennai Super Kings’ next match against the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League 2026. The five-time champions’ bowling coach Eric Simmons told the media on Monday that the talismanic former captain hasn’t travelled to the national capital for the game that will be played on Tuesday, thus possibly making it the 10th match that Dhoni has missed this season. CSK are currently placed sixth on the league table, having picked themselves up after a rather disastrous start in which they suffered with three back-to-back defeats. CSK had revealed ahead of their season opener that Dhoni had been ruled out for the first two weeks with a calf injury. Since then, the 44-year-old underwent a fitness test, cleared it and joined the team to the away trips to Hyderabad and Mumbai. However, despite travelling with the team and practicing regularly, Dhoni has stayed away from the dugout on match days. More to come…   Disclaimer: We do not …

MS Dhoni likely to play his first IPL match of the season against the Mumbai Indians on April 23

MS Dhoni likely to play his first IPL match of the season against the Mumbai Indians on April 23

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3 min readUpdated: Apr 15, 2026 06:43 PM IST Former Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s first match of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) could be against the Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on April 23. According to CSK sources, 44-year-old Dhoni, who is on the sidelines after suffering a calf strain at the pre-season camp, is now close to regaining full fitness. CSK’s next match is an away fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad, but there is no confirmation if Dhoni will travel with the team. CSK are eighth out of 10 teams on the points table, winning two of their five games. The Ruturaj Gaikwad-led team lost three in a row before winning their last two home matches, against Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders. Dhoni has been following CSK’s home matches from the team hotel but has been seen at practice sessions. When facing throwdowns, he has shown no discomfort. ALSO READ | MS Dhoni isn’t the solution to CSK’s problems and Chepauk can no longer live in denial On the …

MS Dhoni to have fitness test ahead of Delhi Capitals game as Dewald Brevis inches closer to return for CSK | Cricket News

MS Dhoni to have fitness test ahead of Delhi Capitals game as Dewald Brevis inches closer to return for CSK | Cricket News

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3 min readUpdated: Apr 6, 2026 12:32 PM IST Having suffered three straight losses, Chennai Super Kings is likely to receive a huge boost with the injured MS Dhoni and Dewald Brevis nearing full fitness before their next fixture against Delhi Capitals on Saturday. The Indian Express understands that the former captain, who led the franchise to five IPL titles, is likely to have a fitness test in the next couple of days and if he passes it, will take the field against Delhi at Chepauk. Dhoni, who injured his calf during the preparatory camp, hasn’t featured so far in the IPL. The 44-year-old, hasn’t been travelling with the team to away fixtures and was also absent at Chepauk for the home game against Punjab Kings last Friday. While he has been regularly attending the training sessions with the team, due to the protocols he hasn’t travelled to the stadium on match days. ALSO READ |MS Dhoni isn’t the solution to CSK’s problems and Chepauk can no longer live in denial Ahead of the Punjab …

IPL 2026: ‘Maybe Dhoni is telling them to run the show’

IPL 2026: ‘Maybe Dhoni is telling them to run the show’

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3 min readApr 3, 2026 07:07 PM IST Veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made a big statement on his former Indian Premier League franchise, saying in the Chennai Super Kings setup, star player and former India captain MS Dhoni may not be as involved as he once was. Ahead of their first home game of the IPL 2026 against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Chepauk, Dhoni’s availability is still uncertain. The five-time champions were dealt a huge blow when their ex-captain was ruled out for two weeks following a calf strain. Ashwin said Dhoni might not be as involved, wanting current captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and head coach Stephen Fleming to run the show themselves in order to prepare the franchise for a transition once he retires from the league. “None of us can predict from the outside that what is the relation between Gaikwad, Fleming and Dhoni. I do know that Fleming and Gaikwad sit and have a lot of discussions. Maybe Dhoni is telling them to run the show and learn as they have …

Who Will Replace MS Dhoni in CSK’s Playing 11: Possible Options Explained

Who Will Replace MS Dhoni in CSK’s Playing 11: Possible Options Explained

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The Chennai Super Kings are facing a new challenge as they will be missing MS Dhoni for the first two weeks of the IPL 2026 due to a calf injury. Due to his sideline, CSK needs to re-strategise their playing 11 for the initial games. Despite Sanju Samson being set to take over wicketkeeper duties, with Karthik Sharma and Urvil Patel as backup options. In the middle order, Shivam Dube and Sarfaraz Khan are expected to take over stabilising roles; there is a void for the finisher’s role. CSK are unlikely to rely on a single replacement, instead distributing responsibilities across multiple players. Ahead of their opener match, the shift highlights the team’s depth and adaptability, making their replacement approach a key factor in determining their early-season performance in IPL 2026. MS Dhoni has been phenomenal in the CSK franchise. Over the years, he was the primary wicketkeeper and finisher. With MS Dhoni in his final chapter in the playing career, the franchise will be aiming for a long-term successor option. Sanju Samson is the …

MS Dhoni ruled out for first two weeks of IPL 2026 with injury, confirm CSK | Cricket News

MS Dhoni ruled out for first two weeks of IPL 2026 with injury, confirm CSK | Cricket News

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1 min readUpdated: Mar 28, 2026 10:11 AM IST Chennai Super Kings talisman MS Dhoni has suffered a setback ahead of his Indian Premier League setback with a calf strain that will rule him out of the first two weeks of the season, the franchise confirmed on Saturday. CSK are set to open their campaign against the Rajasthan Royals at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on Monday evening. “MS Dhoni is currently undergoing rehabilitation for a calf strain. As a result, he is likely to miss the first two weeks of TATA IPL 2026. Get well soon, Thala,” CSK wrote in their statement on social media. MORE TO FOLLOW Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

MS Dhoni skips practice sessions on both days ahead of CSK’s IPL 2025 clash vs KKR; fitness update revealed

MS Dhoni skips practice sessions on both days ahead of CSK’s IPL 2025 clash vs KKR; fitness update revealed

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The sea of yellow at Eden Gardens has returned empty-handed after missing a glimpse of their hero, MS Dhoni, for two days in a row. Dhoni has skipped practice on both occasions ahead of Chennai Super Kings’ clash against Kolkata Knight Riders, sparking speculations over his fitness. Dhoni is currently leading the CSK in the absence of Ruturaj Gaikwad, who is out with injury; and his absence sparked concerns on whether he will be available for the game on Wednesday. Chennai Super Kings’ captain MS Dhoni greets the crowd at the end of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match(AFP) However, despite skipping practice sessions, the Chennai Super Kings icon has been declared match-fit by bowling coach Eric Simons, who reassured fans that the 43-year-old will take the field. “Yes, he’s expected to play tomorrow,” Simons said on the eve of the match. “With regards to MS, he knows his situation very well. He knows where he is. In terms of his preparations, he always works very hard at the beginning of a tournament …

MS Dhoni: What was that thing strapped on CSK star’s ankle after Delhi game? | Ipl News

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In a video going viral on the social media, MS Dhoni can been seen hobbling with a heavily strapped ice pack on his ankle, following Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) 20-run loss against Delhi Capitals in Vizag. In the video, Dhoni can be seen talking with the youngsters and then he walked towards the ground staffs of Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, and took a group photo. During the match, Dhoni walked rolled back time as he smashed a 16-ball 37 not out. But it wasn’t enough with his team finishing short at 171 for 6, while chasing 192. Indian Premier League Points Table 2023: Delhi Capitals’ captain Rishabh Pant with Chennai Super Kings’ batter MS Dhoni after DC won the IPL 2024 cricket match over CSK, at Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, in Visakhapatnam, Sunday, Dhoni, who stepped down from his captaincy role and was succeeded by Ruturaj Gaikwad, had not had the chance to bat before Sunday. Yet, CSK lost the match, if at all that matters. MS Dhoni almost …