MS Dhoni Will Retire After IPL 2026, Reckons Former CSK Player

MS Dhoni Will Retire After IPL 2026, Reckons Former CSK Player

CSK’s youth-focused IPL 2026 auction strategy has sparked fresh speculation, with Robin Uthappa suggesting MS Dhoni could retire after the next season.

Robin Uthappa: Dhoni's CSK Future and IPL Transition

Former Chennai Super Kings stalwart Robin Uthappa has expressed his belief that MS Dhoni’s departure from CSK and the IPL is imminent and, more importantly, that the current juncture is the most appropriate time for it. Uthappa emphasizes that the franchise is already deeply immersed in a transition period, making Dhoni’s exit a logical next step. Uthappa elaborated on his assessment, explaining that Dhoni’s direct involvement and leadership rol…

IPL 2026 MS Dhonis Last? At Some Point, He Will Move On, Says CSK Coach - NDTV Profit

IPL 2026 MS Dhonis Last? At Some Point, He Will Move On, Says CSK Coach  NDTV Profit

IPL 2026 MS Dhoni's Last? 'At Some Point, He Will Move On,' Says CSK Coach

Chennai Super Kings weighed MS Dhoni's future carefully before finalising a trade that saw Sanju Samson arrive at the franchise in exchange for Sam Curran and Ravindra Jadeja, according to head coach Stephen Fleming. As per Fleming, the decision to bring Sanju Samson into the squad was rooted in succession planning as CSK prepare for life beyond MS Dhoni. Samson, aged 31, remains in his prime in contrast to Dhoni, who at 44 and is approaching th…

Sanju Samson will be MS Dhoni's successor, CSK head coach confirms before IPL 2026 - Inside Sport India

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming has confirmed who will e MS Dhoni’s successor in the future ahead of IPL 2026. In a shocking move, the five-time champions decided to trade Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran for Samson to RR ahead of the mini-auction. The CSK head coach addressed the possibility of forming a team without Dhoni, while noting that the latter was going to retire sooner or later. Samson picked as Dhoni’s replacement …

Sanju Samson to be MS Dhoni's long-term replacement? Stephen Fleming opens up on transition at CSK

New Delhi: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming revealed they roped in India wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson in a trade deal from Rajasthan Royals (RR) as they view him as a long-term replacement for the legendary MS Dhoni. Despite speculation over his future over the last few years, Dhoni continues to be a vital cog in the CSK line-up, however, the franchise has first time, openly acknowledged that they are planning for the fu…