MS Dhoni and his Role for CSK in IPL 2025
IPL’s 18th edition is set to commence just under 3 weeks, with IPL turning 18, MS Dhoni is still going to play in the IPL, with the questions surrounding him, is this going to be his last IPL? Let’s take a look at MS Dhoni and his role for CSK in IPL 2025.
MS Dhoni and his IPL Career
MS Dhoni is a legendary name in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since its inception in 2008. He has had a humongous career, after being signed by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for INR 9.5 Cr, and leading them to five IPL titles. Dhoni captained CSK through successful seasons, including a third IPL title in 2018. He briefly played for Rising Pune Supergiants in 2016-17 due to CSK’s suspension but returned to CSK in 2018, regaining his winning touch.
In 2022, Dhoni handed over the captaincy to Ravindra Jadeja but took it back in 2023, leading CSK to their fifth title. Over 226 matches played as the captain, Dhoni has 133 wins and 91 losses. With 5243 runs in 264 matches, his IPL records include most sixes for CSK (235) and most dismissals as a wicketkeeper (180). Dhoni’s leadership and consistent performances makes him an icon in the IPL.
What is CSK’s Future without him?
With CSK’s reins under Ruturaj, MS Dhoni is a guiding character in CSK. CSK who brought in some good players and with the addition of veteran Ravichandran Ashwin, will look to form a formidable balance for the IPL 2025.
As for Dhoni, CSK who nearly missed the IPL 2024 playoffs, finishing fifth. With IPL 2025 approaching, rumors swirl about MS Dhoni’s future, fueled by a “One Last Time” Morse code on his t-shirt. Experts like Aakash Chopra and Anil Kumble suggest CSK is planning for life after Dhoni, possibly with Ruturaj leading, and Dhoni taking up an important role in management.
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