IPL 2026 | When will MS Dhoni return? Ruturaj Gaikwad provides big update, says 'for those asking ... '
MS Dhoni's return to the Chennai Super Kings jersey remains uncertain due to a calf strain, with fans eagerly awaiting updates. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed Dhoni is supporting the team from the hotel and will be back on the field soon. The team aims for their first win of the season.
NEW DELHI: When will MS Dhoni return? When will he play his next game? When will he be back in a Chennai Super Kings jersey?
The questions keep mounting every time CSK take the field. Dhoni was ruled out for two weeks just ahead of the team’s opening match of the season. However, there is still no clarity over his return, with the veteran yet to feature this season due to a calf strain.
All eyes were on CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad when he walked out for the toss at a packed MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, with fans eagerly waiting for an update on Dhoni. Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel won the toss and opted to field. "We would like to bowl first because the pitch looks good, and whatever score is set, we would prefer to chase it.
The IPL is a long tournament and the dressing room atmosphere is very relaxed. The discussion has been around focusing on what we can control, once we reach a certain point, there’s no need to overthink things. So that’s been the mindset, control what’s in our hands.