When might MS Dhoni return to play for CSK in IPL 2026?

MS Dhoni may only return for CSK if the team is eliminated from the IPL 2026 playoff race, according to Ravichandran Ashwin.

What is MS Dhoni's current injury status for IPL 2026?

MS Dhoni is currently dealing with a calf injury that began at the start of the IPL 2026 season, and coach Stephen Fleming has described it as serious.

Can CSK still qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs?

Yes, Ravichandran Ashwin believes CSK still has a chance to qualify for the playoffs if their batting performs well and they win consecutive matches.

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Dhoni's IPL Return Hinges on CSK Playoff Hopes

28 Apr

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Summary

Ashwin suggests Dhoni might return only if CSK is out of playoff contention.
Dhoni is currently sidelined with a calf injury sustained earlier.
Coach Fleming confirms Dhoni's injury is serious and requires careful management.

Dhoni's IPL Return Hinges on CSK Playoff Hopes

MS Dhoni's comeback to the IPL 2026 season with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) might be delayed until the team is out of playoff contention, suggests former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. Currently, CSK has secured three wins from eight matches, with no definitive update on Dhoni's return due to a calf injury he has been managing since the tournament began. Ashwin shared on his YouTube channel that the franchise is unlikely to risk him while still in the race for the playoffs, noting that CSK still has a chance to qualify if their batting performs consistently.