In an explosive news along with the match preview of Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026, wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni is set to miss the high-stakes encounter on April 23 at the Wankhede Stadium.
According to RevSportz, Dhoni is yet to overcome the calf strain he sustained last month and although he has been involved in rigorous training sessions ahead of the game, he still hasn’t regained full match fitness. This is a huge disappointment for fans who were waiting to see their favorite batter back in the ongoing season of IPL.
The 44-year-old has been in the nets but appears to be thereabouts as far as team management is concerned about his availability for selection. Dhoni is under observation and no more risks will be taken of his fitness at this stage in the tournament.
But CSK fans have good news as Dhoni is likely to return when the side take on Gujarat Titans at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on April 26.
CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was asked about MS Dhoni’s potential involvement in the set-up ahead of this marquee clash against Mumbai Indians and also if there was an update on his injury.
“We were playing a practice match; that’s when he [MS Dhoni] snapped his calf, and then he wasn’t able to run as comfortably as he wanted to,” the CSK captain was quoted as saying by India TV.
“And I think after that it was just about him seeing some of the youngsters playing in practice games or in match simulations where he felt confident enough about them, who are ready and who have that ability to play in the IPL. And, after that, it was just about taking time on his recovery, and slowly, slowly he’s getting there. Never know, maybe next game, maybe after that, but definitely one day for sure,” Gaikwad continued.
CSK, the five-time IPL champions, has had a mixed 2026 season thus far. With just two victories and four defeats in six games, they are now at eighth in the standings. With his vast expertise, Dhoni’s involvement will be extremely beneficial to the team.
