Chennai Super Kings Face Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026 Without MS Dhoni

In the IPL 2026, Chennai Super Kings are set to clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad, but the team will be without their star player MS Dhoni, who is sidelined due to a calf injury. This match is crucial for CSK as they seek to climb the league standings. Reports suggest that Dhoni's return may take longer than expected, potentially missing two more games. The article provides insights into the CSK lineup for this match and the full squad details, generating curiosity about Dhoni's recovery and future participation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 18, 2026, 21:39 IST

CSK vs SRH Match Overview

In the ongoing IPL 2026, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are competing against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 27th match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. This match holds significant importance for CSK as they strive for their third consecutive victory, aiming to improve their current standing of 8th place in the league table. Unfortunately for fans, MS Dhoni is absent for the sixth consecutive game due to injury, but there is hope for his return soon.

Reason for MS Dhoni's Absence

Why MS Dhoni Is Not Playing

MS Dhoni sustained a calf strain during a practice session before the IPL 2026 commenced, which led to his exclusion from the initial matches of the tournament, as confirmed by the franchise. His recovery has been slower than anticipated, resulting in his continued absence from the match against SRH.

Expected Return of MS Dhoni

When Will MS Dhoni Return?

Initial reports suggested that Dhoni might be fit to play against SRH. However, a recent update from RevSportz indicates that he may not be back for at least two more games. His potential return is now projected for the match against Gujarat Titans on April 26 (Sunday).

CSK's Playing XI Against SRH

CSK Playing XI Vs SRH

The lineup for CSK in this match includes: Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Dewald Brevis, Jamie Overton, Matthew Short, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Mukesh Choudhary, and Gurjapneet Singh.

Complete CSK Squad

CSK Squad

The full squad for CSK features: Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Dewald Brevis, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Matthew Short, Akeal Hosein, Kartik Sharma, Prashant Veer, Matt Henry, MS Dhoni, Shreyas Gopal, Rahul Chahar, Spencer Johnson, Mukesh Choudhary, Urvil Patel, Aman Khan, Zakary Foulkes, and Ramakrishna Ghosh.