Rediffmail Money rediffGURUS BusinessEmail

IPL 2026: MS Dhoni Set for Early Return?

April 02, 2026 18:09 IST
By REDIFF CRICKET
2 Minutes Read

Chennai Super Kings fans are buzzing with anticipation as MS Dhoni hints at an early return from injury, potentially boosting the team's performance in the upcoming match against the Punjab Kings.

IMAGE: MS Dhoni is back in the nets, hope returns for CSK. Photograph: CSK/X

Key Points

Chennai Super Kings fans finally have something to cheer about -- Mahendra Singh Dhoni might be back sooner than anyone expected.

After sitting out the opening game with a calf strain, it looked like Dhoni would be away for a couple of weeks. But then came a moment that changed the mood completely -- he walked out to train, kitbag in hand, facing a few balls in the nets. No big announcement, no confirmation yet, just a glimpse. And for CSK fans, that was enough to spark hope.

 
 
 
 
View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Chennai Super Kings (@chennaiipl)

His absence in the loss to the Rajasthan Royals wasn’t just about runs or dismissals. It felt like something was missing. The calm behind the stumps, the quiet instructions, the instinctive field changes.

Impact of Dhoni's Potential Return

Now, with a home game coming up against the Punjab Kings, even the possibility of Dhoni being around again -- whether on the field or just in the dugout -- feels significant.

This web site may embed third-party content from YouTube/Instagram/social media for news and informational purposes under fair use provisions for reporting. All rights remain with the original creators. We do not host or own such content. Any concerns may be reported to us for review and removal in good faith.

REDIFF CRICKET

More News Coverage

ms dhonichennai super kingscskiplinjury

RELATED STORIES

WEB STORIES

Indian Towns With A European Vibe

10 Mothers-in-Law We Love

10 Songs You Can Sing To Your Mum

VIDEOS

NEWS BUSINESS MOVIES CRICKET SPORTS GET AHEAD REDIFF-TV REDIFF ASTRO MOBILE RECHARGE BILL PAYMENTS