It’s official! MS Dhoni will play IPL 2026, Confirms CSK CEO

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Dhoni Is Back for IPL 2026

MS Dhoni has confirmed he will be available for IPL 2026, ending months of retirement rumours

CEO Confirms It

Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan said in a recent interview that “MS Dhoni has informed us he will be available for the next season.”

Fans Celebrate

CSK fans across India are overjoyed social feeds flooded with messages and celebrations after the official confirmation

Team Meeting Set

CSK will meet on Nov 10–11, 2025 to decide retentions, releases and strategy for IPL 2026 with Dhoni available

Big Decisions Ahead

Retention talks, the Sanju Samson trade and auction planning are top items Dhoni’s availability shapes CSK’s entire approach

What This Means

With Dhoni walking into IPL 2026, CSK aim for another title, expect bold retention moves and an active auction strategy.

This is why UP Warriorz released almost their entire squad!