Updated March 18th 2025, 18:01 IST
The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League is expected to be nothing less than a firecracker. With all the teams undergoing a reshuffle after the IPL mega auction, it will be entertaining to watch the teams with new cricketers. Notably, several fresh faces will be leading their respective IPL sides, and Kolkata Knight Riders would have a huge task when they would be defending the title.
With the IPL 2025 season closing in, several fans are eagerly anticipating to watch MS Dhoni in action for another season. The fans come out in huge numbers and a huge sea of yellow emerges in the stands to witness the Team former India skipper in action. But the suspense on whether the IPL 2025 season would be his last remains. Amid the anticipation, we asked Grok to present his prediction on whether the upcoming IPL season could be MSD's swansong.
"As of now, there's no definitive answer to whether MS Dhoni will retire after the IPL 2025 season. Dhoni, retained by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as an uncapped player for Rs. 4 crore ahead of the 2025 season, has kept his cards close to his chest. The la 2025 season is set to begin on March 22, and at 43 years old, he remains a pivotal figure for CSK, even after stepping down as captain in 2024 in favor of Ruturaj Gaikwad.
"Fan sentiment and CSK's loyalty also play a role. Many hope for a grand farewell, but Dhoni's history — he announced his international retirement quietly in 2020 — suggests he might not chase a dramatic exit. For now, he seems intent on playing as long as he enjoys it and benefits the team. Whether IPL 2025 will be his last dance is a question only time, and Dhoni himself, will answer. Based on his latest statements, it's possible he could stretch it further, but 2025 feels like a likely curtain call given the circumstances," the AI Chatbot Grok predicted.
The Chennai Super Kings will be a force to reckon with in the upcoming IPL season, and given that they have five title wins, they become a de facto selection in the race for the title. Ruturaj Gaikwad will enter his second season as the IPL skipper, and he is expected to deliver as he has MS Dhoni on his side to guide him.
Speaking of MSD, the former India skipper is expected to be a part of the team's middle order and execute the role of a finisher, something he has excelled in over the years. But all eyes will be on whether the upcoming season will be MSD's swansong.
Published March 18th 2025, 17:46 IST