MS Dhoni has once again taken the reins of Chennai Super Kings. Following an injury to the team's regular captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Dhoni stepped up and led CSK to a resounding victory against Lucknow Super Giants on Monday.
MS Dhoni Injury: Bad news continues to plague Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025. Following captain Ruturaj Gaikwad's tournament-ending injury, veteran and most reliable player MS Dhoni has also suffered an injury. This has sparked widespread concern among fans, with social media buzzing with discussions about Dhoni's fitness.
Dhoni Delivers Victory, But Injury Raises Concerns
In the recent match against Lucknow Super Giants, Dhoni played a blistering unbeaten 26 off 11 balls, securing CSK's second win of the season. His innings included four boundaries and a stunning six, reminding everyone of the 'finisher Dhoni'. However, the joy of victory was dampened when a video emerged showing Dhoni limping into a hotel after the match.
Dhoni previously suffered a serious knee injury in 2023, requiring surgery. It is believed that the old injury flared up again while running during the Lucknow match. He appeared uncomfortable running during the match and was later seen struggling to walk unaided.
Mumbai Match in Doubt
Chennai's next match is against their biggest rivals, Mumbai Indians, at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. While Dhoni has roughly five days of rest before this match, there has been no official statement from CSK management regarding the severity of his injury. If Dhoni isn't fully fit, he may miss this crucial encounter.
Chennai has already lost their regular captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad, to a hamstring injury, ruling him out of the tournament. Youngster Ayush Badoni has been included in the squad as a replacement. After losing five consecutive matches, Chennai's victory against Lucknow provided some relief. However, if Dhoni is also unavailable, the team's strategy and balance could be severely impacted.
Fans Praying for Mahi's Return
Hashtags #GetWellSoonDhoni and #WeWantMahi are trending on social media. Fans are hoping their favorite superstar will recover quickly and return to lead Chennai to another IPL 2025 title. Dhoni has prioritized the IPL in recent years, staying away from other cricket commitments. This leads to speculation each season about whether it will be his last. If his injury is serious and he misses the rest of the season, this question will become even more pertinent.
