Chennai Super Kings' Michael Hussey Updates on MS Dhoni's Injury Ahead of Crucial Match

Chennai Super Kings' batting coach Michael Hussey has confirmed that MS Dhoni will miss the upcoming match against Gujarat Titans due to a thumb injury. Hussey expressed hope for Dhoni's return if the team qualifies for the playoffs. Following a recent loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad, CSK faces a must-win situation to keep their playoff hopes alive. Hussey emphasized the need for the team to learn from past mistakes and maintain a positive attitude as they prepare for the crucial match in Ahmedabad. The squads for both teams have been announced, highlighting key players to watch.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 20, 2026, 21:28 IST

MS Dhoni's Injury Status

As the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) prepare for their final league match against the Gujarat Titans (GT), batting coach Michael Hussey has confirmed that MS Dhoni will not participate due to a thumb injury. However, there is hope that he may return if the team qualifies for the playoffs.

Must-Win Situation for CSK

Following a disappointing loss to the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), CSK faces a critical match against GT, who currently hold the second position in the points table. A victory would elevate CSK to 14 points, but they will need favorable outcomes in other matches to secure a playoff spot.

Hussey Discusses Dhoni's Recovery

During a post-match press conference, Hussey stated, "He is not with the team right now, but if we qualify, he will definitely rejoin us. His thumb is recovering well, but he won't be ready for this match. We remain hopeful for his return in the playoffs."

Reflections on the SRH Loss

Hussey reflected on the previous game against SRH, where the team fell short despite a strong performance from Ishan Kishan. He expressed disappointment over not finishing the match on a high note at home but emphasized the need to learn from the experience and move forward quickly. "It has made our path to the top four more challenging. Everyone will take lessons from this, but we must shift our focus quickly," he remarked.

Looking Ahead to the Match in Ahmedabad

Hussey concluded by stressing the importance of maintaining a positive attitude as they prepare for the match in Ahmedabad. "We need to approach this game with confidence and unity, ensuring we deliver our best performance," he added.

Team Squads

Chennai Super Kings Squad: Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Urvil Patel, Kartik Sharma, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Prashant Veer, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Spencer Johnson, Mukesh Choudhary, Matthew Short, Sarfaraz Khan, Aman Khan, Gurjapneet Singh, Akash Madhwal, Zakary Foulkes, MS Dhoni, Matt Henry, Shreyas Gopal, Rahul Chahar, Kuldip Yadav, Macneil Noronha, Dian Forrester.
Gujarat Titans Squad: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Rahul Tewatia, Glenn Phillips, Anuj Rawat, Prasidh Krishna, Kulwant Khejroliya, Ishant Sharma, Jayant Yadav, Luke Wood, Shahrukh Khan, Manav Suthar, Kumar Kushagra, Gurnoor Brar, Ashok Sharma, Connor Esterhuizen.