Overview

• RevSportz, echoed by Times Now, reports that N Srinivasan’s comeback as CSK chairman could encourage MS Dhoni to play in 2026, a claim not independently verified.
• Dhoni has said he will take a final call in December on whether to continue in the IPL.
• At 44, he is weighing the league’s physical demands while managing a lingering knee issue.
• CSK ended the 2025 season at the bottom of the table, with reporting indicating Ruturaj Gaikwad is expected to captain in 2026.
• Supporters point to Dhoni’s drawing power and guidance for a transitioning squad, while critics argue his low batting position and need to field can unsettle the team’s XI balance.