Wait To Witness MS Dhoni Magic In IPL 2026 Continues, CSK Stalwart Unlikely To Feature vs Mumbai Indians: Report

Optimism was at its high after MS Dhoni was seen donning the wicket keeping gloves at CSK practice. The five-time IPL winning captain hasn't featuredf in IPL this term as he has been recovering from a calf strain. Now reports have emerged that Dhoni is very unlikely to feature against Mumbai Indians.

MS Dhoni UNlikely To Feature Against Mumbai Indians

As per RevSportz, Dhoni has improved on his fitness but he still lacks that match fitness which is needed. He is most likely to return to the team when CSK take on Gujarat Titans on Sunday, April 26. CSK have struggled to maintain their momentum following their loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. They had won their previous two games but failed to grind out thee wins on a trot.

They finished at the bottom of the table last season and hopes were high following the arrival of a number of players including Sanju Samson. But except for a hundred against Delhi Capitals, the former RR star hasn't been able to replicate his form.

MS Dhoni's Numbers In IPL Over The Years

Considered as one of the finest players in IPL history, Dhoni has carved out his own niche with his consistent displays in the tournament. He has featured in 278 matches and 242 innings, amassing 5,439 runs at an average of 38.30 and a strike rate of 137.45. He hasn't added an IPL century to his tally, but he has notched up 24 half-centuries.

In the 2025 season, however, he had an ordinary season. Across 14 matches and 13 innings, Dhoni managed 196 runs, averaging 24.50 with a strike rate of 135.17.

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