Why MS Dhoni may not return for Chennai Super Kings’ IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
MS Dhoni has regained full fitness after recovering from a calf injury but is delaying his return to Chennai Super Kings matches to avoid disrupting the team's settled playing combination. The 44-year-old passed fitness tests and joined the squad for away trips but hasn't played. CSK coach Stephen Fleming confirmed Dhoni progresses well, though sources suggest the veteran is reluctant to replace youngsters despite being match-ready for upcoming fixtures.
Key Entities
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