- Dhoni clarifies he hasn’t decided on retirement; will reassess after 10 months
- At 43, Dhoni admits future depends on his body, not just desire to play
- CSK skipper still sharp behind the stumps, but batting struggles persist in IPL 2025
- Chennai Super Kings off to a rocky start with just 1 win in 4 matches
New Delhi, April 6, 2025 – Amid growing speculation surrounding MS Dhoni’s potential retirement from the Indian Premier League, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) legend has finally broken his silence. Speaking on a podcast with entrepreneur Raj Shamani, the 43-year-old cricket icon made it clear that he has not yet made up his mind about hanging up his boots, and will wait 10 more months before making a decision.
“I am still playing the IPL and one year at a time. I am 43, by the end of this IPL season, I will be 44 in July. So I have 10 months to decide whether I want to play one more year. And it’s not me deciding; it’s my body,” Dhoni said, underlining that physical fitness and recovery ability will be the key deciding factors.
Despite his age, Dhoni’s wicket-keeping and match awareness remain top-notch, a testament to his meticulous preparation and fitness. However, his batting form has drawn criticism, with the veteran unable to close out matches in his trademark style.
In CSK’s recent outing against Delhi Capitals, Dhoni scored 30 off 26 balls, a knock that lacked the usual acceleration in the death overs. CSK slumped to a 50-run defeat, managing only one win in four matches so far in the 2025 season.
While fans and experts continue to speculate on Dhoni’s future, the former Indian captain appears calm and focused on taking things one season at a time. He has been a cornerstone of CSK’s success since the inception of the IPL and continues to command massive respect in the cricketing fraternity.
As CSK look to turn their campaign around, Dhoni’s leadership and presence in the dressing room remain critical. Whether or not this is his final season, his legacy in yellow remains unmatched.
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