MS Dhoni Prepares for CSK's Match Against SRH Amid Injury Concerns

Dhoni's Net Practice Ahead of SRH Clash

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) wicketkeeper and batting star MS Dhoni showcased his skills in the nets, hitting impressive shots just before the team's upcoming match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).

A video shared by CSK on Instagram captured Dhoni's powerful batting, where he launched several sixes.

Will Dhoni Make His Return?

Despite his recent practice, it remains uncertain whether Dhoni will participate in the match against SRH, as he has been sidelined due to a calf strain. The two-week recovery period mentioned by CSK has now elapsed.

After securing two consecutive victories at home, CSK is eager to extend their winning streak to three games, while SRH aims to defend their home ground, having won two out of five matches this season.

Dhoni's Recent Training

Prior to facing the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Chepauk Stadium, Dhoni had a brief training session in the nets.

Notably, he did not travel with the team for previous away matches in Guwahati and Bengaluru, nor did he attend home games at Chepauk.

A Look at MS Dhoni's IPL Career

Throughout his IPL journey, Dhoni has participated in 278 matches, accumulating 5,439 runs across 242 innings, with an average of 38.30 and a strike rate of 137.45. His record includes 24 half-centuries and a top score of 84*.

He ranks as the sixth-highest run-scorer in IPL history.

Recent Performance and Future Prospects

In the previous season, Dhoni's performance was modest, scoring 196 runs in 13 innings at an average of 24.50 and a strike rate exceeding 135, with a highest score of 30*.

For IPL 2025, Dhoni was retained by CSK as an 'uncapped player' for ₹4 crore, a contract that has been extended for IPL 2026, maintaining his salary at ₹4 crore.

In IPL 2025, he had a respectable season, scoring 196 runs in 14 matches at an average of 24.50 and a strike rate of 135.17.