Overview

• Dhoni pledged that his association with CSK will span the next 15–20 years and hinted at a role beyond his playing career.
• He said fans will always see him in a yellow jersey, whether as a player, mentor or franchise ambassador.
• Reflecting on CSK’s worst-ever IPL finish, he described the 2025 season’s failures as learning opportunities for the team.
• He credited the city of Chennai with shaping his growth and welcomed Ruturaj Gaikwad’s return to captaincy next season.
• Dhoni noted that his on-field future hinges on passing fitness clearances and looked ahead to squad reinforcements in the December mini-auction.