US EditionMS Dhoni Spotted Practicing at Wankhede Nets Ahead of MI vs CSK IPL 2026 Clash; Watch Video Hinting at Thala’s Return
Dhoni completed wicketkeeping drills and batted for nearly an hour as Chennai Super Kings hope his return can lift a team that has won 2 of 6 matches.
- On Tuesday, Mahendra Singh Dhoni participated in wicketkeeping drills for nearly 40 minutes at Wankhede Stadium, signaling a potential return for the Chennai Super Kings after recovering from a calf strain.
- The Chennai Super Kings have won only two of their six matches this season, placing eighth on the points table as they prepare for Thursday's clash against Mumbai Indians.
- CSK batting coach Michael Hussey remained non-committal on a return date, saying, "He's progressing nicely with his rehab, and I'm happy with how he's batting."
- Mumbai Indians received a boost as all-rounder Will Jacks joined the squad for practice on Tuesday, building momentum after defeating Gujarat Titans by 99 runs on Monday.
- Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar recently criticized the management of Dhoni, calling out "sycophancy" in Indian cricket and labeling previous short cameos "a bit of a joke.
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MS Dhoni spotted practicing at Wankhede nets ahead of MI vs CSK IPL 2026 clash; watch video hinting at Thala’s return
The MI vs CSK clash at Wankhede promises high drama. Fans are now waiting for the official playing XI announcement. Will MS Dhoni walk out in yellow once again? The video from Wankhede nets has everyone hopeful.
MS Dhoni keeps wickets, moves closer to making IPL 2026 comeback against MI
MS Dhoni has missed CSK’s first six matches, recovering from a calf strain. The franchise had released a statement ahead of the start of IPL 2026 that he would miss the first two weeks of the tournament.
MS Dhoni ready to take field in IPL 2026? Latest net session gives boost to CSK ahead of MI clash
Chennai Super Kings are waiting for their talisman, MS Dhoni, to take the field in the Indian Premier League 2026. The five-time champions are set to take on the five-time winners Mumbai Indians on Thursday in what is defined as an El Clásico in the IPL. CSK's struggles have been laid bare this season as the team has won only two of the six matches. While the 44-year-old Dhoni's presence alone might not make much of a difference, his return wou…
MS Dhoni sparks CSK return hopes before MI tie, does wicketkeeping drills at Wankhede
MS Dhoni has sparked hope for Chennai Super Kings fans ahead of the MI clash after returning to wicketkeeping drills in the nets at Wankhede during IPL 2026. There is no clrity from Chennai about Dhoni's return to the team.
MS Dhoni to return against MI? CSK legend close to comeback after wicketkeeping drill
New Delhi: MS Dhoni has moved closer to making his comeback for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of their clash against arch-rivals Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. CSK will lock horns with MI in a blockbuster clash at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday, April 23. Ahead of the much-awaited clash, Dhoni was spotted having a wicketkeeping drill during CSK’s practice session in Mumbai. The legendary wicket-kee…
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