Big revelation on MS Dhoni’s retirement, discussion about farewell match started, this player raised the curtain!

Amidst the ongoing matches of the Indian Premier League 2026, discussions have intensified in the cricket world regarding the retirement of former Chennai Super Kings captain and veteran player Mahendra Singh Dhoni. In fact, his teammate Ravichandran Ashwin has made an important revelation on this subject, in which the dates and circumstances of Dhoni’s possible farewell match have been highlighted. More than half of the league matches have been played this season, but former Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni has not participated in a single match yet, which has intensified both the curiosity among his fans about his comeback and speculations about his retirement.

In fact, Ravichandran Ashwin, while expressing his views on this subject through his YouTube channel, has said that it seems extremely difficult for Dhoni to take the field this season. According to him, Dhoni can return to the field only for a special ‘farewell’ match. This statement has become a matter of concern for millions of fans who are eagerly waiting for the return of their favorite ‘Mahi’. This statement of Ashwin has given more strength to the speculations of retirement, which makes it clear that this topic is being seriously considered within the team and the combination of Dhoni’s comeback will depend on the current situation of the team.

When will Dhoni play his last match?

Ravichandran Ashwin has also mentioned a specific condition regarding Dhoni’s farewell match. In fact, he believes that if Chennai Super Kings faces defeat in the upcoming two or three matches and is out of the race for the playoffs, only then can Dhoni get a chance to play his last match on the field. What this analysis of Ashwin implies is that if the playoff chances are lost for the team, the franchise may decide to give Dhoni a memorable farewell in front of his fans. However, what final decision is taken on this by the management of Chennai Super Kings and Dhoni himself remains to be seen, as this situation will depend on the performance of the team and also his individual fitness.

Why is Dhoni not playing matches?

The main reason for Dhoni’s absence is being said to be his calf injury. According to an official update released by Chennai Super Kings on March 28, the opening day of the season, Dhoni was expected to be out of action for about two weeks due to this injury. But, even after more than a month, he has not returned, due to which there is uncertainty about his fitness and return to the field. Due to this injury, he has not been able to participate in more than half of the league matches of the Indian Premier League 2026, which has also affected the team composition and the fans have to wait longer for his return.

Know when is Chennai’s next match?

Fans are still curious to know when Dhoni will play his first match this season and what decision the franchise takes on his status. Chennai Super Kings have played ten league matches so far this season and their next important match will be against Lucknow Super Giants at MA on Sunday, May 10. Has been scheduled at Chidambaram Stadium. This match will be extremely important for the team to remain in the playoff race, and the circumstances of Dhoni’s possible farewell match may also depend on the outcome of this match. All eyes of cricket fans are on whether Dhoni will return to the field and if yes, at which crucial moment, as his return is sure to have a deep impact on the team’s performance and the fans’ enthusiasm.