MS Dhoni, the iconic former captain of the Indian cricket team, has dropped a major hint regarding his future in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Ahead of the highly anticipated match between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), the cricketing legend addressed rumors about his possible retirement from the IPL. When asked by Danny Morrison about taking part in his last IPL, MS Dhoni had a smile on his face while replying, “you have decided it’s my last IPL.”
This statement comes amidst speculations that the 41-year-old may retire from the IPL after the ongoing season. However, Dhoni’s comments have put these rumors to rest, at least for now. The former Indian captain is known for keeping his cards close to his chest when it comes to his future plans. However, his statement suggests that he is not yet ready to hang up his boots and is still enjoying his time in the tournament.
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This news will undoubtedly come as a relief to Chennai Super Kings fans, who have been eagerly waiting to see their beloved captain back in action this season. Dhoni has led the CSK to four IPL titles and is widely regarded as one of the best finishers in the game. His fans will be hoping that he continues to play for a few more seasons and leads the team to more glory.
During his interaction with Morrison, Dhoni also provided an update on the team’s playing XI, revealing that Deepak Chahar is fit and will replace Akash Singh in the side. The veteran wicket-keeper batsman also spoke about the conditions at the venue, stating that the wicket was under covers and looked a bit tacky, which is why they decided to bowl first.
The Chennai Super Kings have had a mixed start to their IPL 2023 campaign, winning five out of their nine matches. However, they will be looking to turn things around as they take on LSG, who are currently sitting in third place on the table. With Dhoni at the helm, the Chennai Super Kings will undoubtedly be hoping to secure a victory and climb up the IPL rankings.