Live Update: “I have a feeling” – CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan hints at MS Dhoni’s return to IPL. Kasi Viswanathan suggests that MS Dhoni could still play for the Chennai Super Kings despite the 45-year-old missing the entire 2026 IPL season due to injury.
“I have a feeling” – CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan hints at MS Dhoni’s IPL return (Source: IPL on The Chennai Super Kings ctain’s absence marked a significant moment in his IPL career as the franchise finished eighth in the ten-team standings. Despite his non-player status, Dhoni remained involved with the team throughout the season.
CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan has hinted that the veteran wicketkeeper-batsman may return to action for the franchise in the coming season. Speaking about Dhoni’s future, Viswanathan admitted that the decision ultimately lies with the player himself. “That’s a question you have to ask him.
I also have to ask him. He tells us about his decision when he arrived in Chennai. I feel he has a chance to continue playing for CSK.
He is still a player, you know,” Viswanathan was quoted as saying by India Today. Former CSK head coach Stephen Fleming defended Dhoni’s non-playing role in IPL 2026 and highlighted his continued value to the franchise. Fleming stressed that Dhoni’s presence in the team environment provided crucial support to the young players and contributed to the team’s continuity.
“MS was very present this year, which was very important for the team, for many young players and for continuity. So he played a big role in it. He didn’t play, but he still had a big impact on the team,” Fleming said.
Suresh Raina urges Dhoni to make a comeback for IPL 2027 Former CSK batsman Suresh Raina has urged Dhoni to make a comeback for IPL 2027. Raina spoke about his conversation with Dhoni after the conclusion of the 2026 IPL season in which he encouraged the veteran to return to competitive cricket. “I told him that you missed a call for IPL 2026.
“You have to come back next year,” Raina said. Raina remained omistic about Dhoni’s prospects, noting that the player’s reaction suggested he was ready to consider a return. He also highlighted the team’s improving form and the fans’ desire to see Dhoni back in action.
“It’s his personal call. I think he is positive. The team is also doing well again.
Fans also want him to come. He said, “Let me see.” If he says let me see, there is a chance he will work hard and play again,” he said. Sanju Samson, who joined CSK from Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026, played all 14 matches for the franchise and amassed 477 runs in the season.
The wicketkeeper-batsman’s consistent performances provided stability as CSK endured a difficult season that saw them finish outside the playoff spots for the third year in a row.
