New Delhi: There have been questions among the fans for a long time about the legendary Chennai Super Kings (CSK) player Mahendra Singh Dhoni playing in IPL 2027. Will Mahi return to the field next season or is his IPL career over? Now Dhoni has clarified his stand on this question. He has indicated that the decision to play next season will depend on his fitness. For this, he will have to undergo medical examination and assess his physical capacity before December.
Dhoni is counted among the most successful captains of IPL. Under his captaincy, Chennai Super Kings has won the IPL title five times. However, due to injury and fitness related problems, he could not play the entire IPL 2026 season. In his absence, Chennai's performance was also not as expected and the team missed a place in the playoffs for the third consecutive season.
What did MS Dhoni say on IPL 2027?
During an event organized in Bengaluru, Dhoni was asked about his possible return in IPL 2027. On this he told that he will first get his medical examination done. After this, based on the report, they will decide how ready his body is to play another IPL season.
According to Dhoni, he will have to undergo investigation and assess the report. He will try to understand his fitness status before December, so that he can take an appropriate decision regarding playing in the next season.
He compared his physical condition to an old vintage car and said that if he is not fit enough, then it will be necessary to ensure that everything is done in the right way, so that this old car continues to run well on the road.
Dhoni did not play in IPL 2026 due to injury
Mahendra Singh Dhoni could not take the field in IPL 2026 due to injury and fitness related problems. His absence proved to be a big blow for Chennai Super Kings. The five-time champion team failed to reach the playoffs for the third consecutive season.
The experience of Dhoni, who is third among the players who have played the most matches in IPL, has always been important for Chennai. His presence is considered important not only for the team's performance but also for the enthusiasm of the fans.
Discussion started again on Dhoni's retirement
After not playing in IPL 2026, speculations regarding Dhoni's retirement had intensified. However, these discussions have been rejected by Chennai Super Kings from time to time.
Now Dhoni's latest statement has again fueled the hopes of his return in IPL 2027. At present, the final decision regarding his playing in the next season will be taken only on the basis of fitness test and medical report. In such a situation, the eyes of Chennai Super Kings fans will be kept on the updates coming before December.
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