The countdown for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has begun with franchises and team owners planning for the mega auctions which will take place later in the year. While plenty of big names are set to go under the hammer, one name that is making the rounds is legendary Chennai Super Kings (CSK) player MS Dhoni. Now 43, CSK are still planning to retain the player but have proposed a change in the rule to have the services of the player who will likely play his last season in the IPL 2025.
The Chennai Super Kings team is considered the most successful team in IPL history. Chennai has won its 5 IPL titles under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. Although Dhoni left the captaincy of CSK last season and Ruturaj Gaikwad was made the new captain of the team, Dhoni continues to guide the players like a captain. At the same time, the big question now is whether Dhoni will be seen playing in IPL 2025 or not.
Dhoni’s Recovery from Injury
As per the source’s Dhoni has played the last two seasons with injury. Knee injury remains a big problem for Dhoni. Dhoni was also seen struggling with muscle strain during IPL 2024. If Dhoni plays in IPL 2025 despite the injury, then he may have to face more problems in the future, in such a situation Dhoni may decide to stay out of IPL 2025.
MS Dhoni finally breaks a silence on playing IPL 2025 for CSK
MS Dhoni has said he would wait and see how the rules are before deciding on his IPL future with Chennai Super Kings (CSK). With rules around IPL 2025 player regulations and retention scheme in the process of being firmed up, MS Dhoni has said he would wait and see how the rules are before deciding on his IPL future with Chennai Super Kings (CSK). “There is a lot of time for it. We have to see what decision they take on player retention etc. Right now, the ball is not in our court. So, once the rules and regulations get formalized, I will take a call but needs to be in the best interest of the team,” said Dhoni at a promotional event in Hyderabad. Questions on Dhoni’s future at the IPL have been a huge source of discussion, especially after CSK made Ruturaj Gaikwad captain for IPL 2024, where they finished at fifth place in the tournament and failed to qualify for the playoffs. As of now, all ten IPL teams are not on the same page for the mega auction rules, ranging from player retention to the Impact Player rule.
The Potential for a Farewell Season
There’s also the emotional aspect of Dhoni’s potential participation in IPL 2025. Cricket fans worldwide would love to see him have a proper farewell season, where he can bid adieu to the sport on his terms. A farewell season could be a fitting tribute to one of the greatest cricketing minds, allowing fans to celebrate his contributions to the game.
