IPL 2025: The Chennai Super Kings team is considered the most successful team in IPL history. Chennai has won its 5 IPL titles under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. Although Dhoni left the captaincy of CSK last season and Ruturaj Gaikwad was made the new captain of the team, Dhoni continues to guide the players like a captain. At the same time, the big question now is whether Dhoni will be seen playing in IPL 2025 or not.
There is no official information from the franchise regarding this yet, but now three big reasons are coming out due to which Dhoni may be out of IPL 2025.
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Dhoni’s Recovery From Injury
Dhoni has played the last two seasons with injury. Knee injury remains a big problem for Dhoni. Dhoni was also seen struggling with muscle strain during IPL 2024. If Dhoni plays in IPL 2025 despite the injury, then he may have to face more problems in the future, in such a situation Dhoni may decide to stay out of IPL 2025.
Dhoni Can Become The Coach Or Mentor Of CSK
Dhoni has been playing for CSK since the beginning of IPL 2024. The association of the franchise and the fans is also very special with Dhoni. His fans want to see Mahi playing for CSK every year. Dhoni’s strategies have played an important role in making CSK a successful team.
In such a situation, Dhoni can become the coach or mentor of CSK, for which he will first have to quit playing for CSK. This will also give a chance to the next generation of young cricketers and Dhoni knows very well how to prepare new players and how to work with them.
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CSK’s Strategic Plan
If Dhoni stays out of IPL 2025, then CSK’s plans can change to a great extent. After this, CSK will be able to make changes in the team before the new season. Which can be financially and strategically beneficial for the team. Apart from this, this will be a new beginning for CSK, after which many new players will get maximum opportunities in the team and a new team will be formed.
