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Dhoni Sidelined: CSK Faces SRH Without Captain
18 Apr
Summary
- MS Dhoni ruled out of CSK's IPL 2026 clash due to fitness.
- Dhoni expected to return against Mumbai Indians on April 23.
- CSK makes two changes, including Matt Short and Mukesh Choudhary.

MS Dhoni will not be participating in the Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 encounter against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. This absence is attributed to ongoing fitness concerns, preventing him from being match-ready. The veteran keeper-batter is now anticipated to be available for selection in CSK's subsequent match scheduled for April 23rd, where they are set to face the Mumbai Indians.
In preparation for the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, the Chennai Super Kings have made strategic adjustments to their playing eleven. Matt Short has been included in the lineup, replacing Akeal Hosein. Additionally, Mukesh Choudhary has been drafted in to fill the void left by the injured Khaleel Ahmed, who has been unfortunately ruled out for the remainder of the tournament.