The Chennai Super Kings captain believes that T20 cricket is very unpredictable and even a single player can sometimes change the course of a match.
Dhoni's batting revealed his sharp reflexes as he efficiently dug out a yorker.
The in-form Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore takes on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings in a top-of-the-table IPL showdown in Mumbai on Sunday with two points and momentum at stake.
Though Chennai Super Kings is home to four international captains this Indian Premier League, New Zealand skipper Brendon McCullum insists that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the sole leader of the pack, saying he has lots to learn from his India counterpart in his first year with the franchise.
Dhoni may not have effected the stumping, but he sure still has the reflexes!
Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan said he is 'very, very hopeful' of former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni participating in IPL 2025 as a player.
CSK shared a photo of Mahendra Singh Dhoni arriving at the hotel upon his arrival. 'Thala Dharisanam, finally!'
Chennai Super Kings will be determined to erase their IPL 2020 nightmare when they failed to make it to the IPL play-offs for the first time.
A recap of the action of the second week of IPL 2026.
It's hot, hot, hot in the UAE and the cricketers have brought out some funky shades to keep the sun out of their eyes.
In view of rising COVID-19 cases, the Jharkhand government on Tuesday announced a lockdown in the state from April 22 to April 29 with some exemptions.
Virat Kohli hinted that this might also be his final opportunity to play alongside the former India captain.
Fleming clarified that appointing Ruturaj as skipper is a long-term call and not a makeshift decision by the five-time winners.
Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth launched a scathing tirade on struggling Chennai Super Kings following their fifth consecutive defeat in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League.
The song has a primarily Caribbean beat with an Indian touch. The Indian flavour to the single is lent by Trinidadian singer/songwriter Nisha B. The female vocalist sings for Carib band 'Karma'.
The video has incorporated some old footage of Dhoni in the Chennai Super Kings' dressing room, at training sessions, bonding with teammates' children and signing autographs for young fans.
Gearing up for a return to competitive cricket in the upcoming IPL, Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni credited his franchise for making him a better player and helping him tackle some difficult situations both on and off the field. Dhoni, who has been on a sabbatical since India's semi-final exit from the ODI World Cup last year, on Monday received a rousing reception at the the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai during his first training session with CSK ahead of the event, starting on March 29.
CSK can ill-afford to take Punjab Kings lightly, who are coming in to this match after chasing down a world record total of 262 against KKR.
Images from the IPL 2025 match between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Sunday.
Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar believes Ravindra Jadeja will be ready to take over the mantle of Chennai Super Kings' captaincy if the Mahendra Singh Dhoni decides to take a game or two off in IPL 2022.
The match between the Rajasthan Royals and the Chennai Super Kings at the Barsapara cricket stadium in Guwahati on Sunday, March 30 2025, proved to be a game of fine margins.
Sakshi and Dhoni looked dazzling as they lit up the ceremony in traditional attire.
"We are only here for a short period....": Samson bids farewell to RR after trade to CSK
Ziva was seen in the stands to cheer Chennai Super Kings in their Indian Premier League match in Bangalore, on Wednesday.
Chennai Super Kings will launch their Indian Premier League (IPL) title defence against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday
Game 18 of the IPL will see the Chennai Super Kings take on the Kings XI Punjab at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
'Practice and a lot of smiles makes the perfect Squad!'
An exasperated Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming said their failure to read the pitch at Chepauk has denied them any home advantage in IPL 2025.
'I don't think anyone can take a call on Mahendra Singh Dhoni, whether this is going to be his last year.'
Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni was, on Wednesday, fined 10 per cent of his match fee for "inappropriate public comments" about an umpire's decision.
The talent is in plenty in this squad and if this machine runs smoothly, a sixth IPL trophy will be at touching distance for Thala and Co.
'I was standing inside the dressing room, and he was coming inside, where there was a small water bottle. MS just kicked it out of the park. I was like, 'S**t, oh my god!'
Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni conceded that his side failed to perform to potential after an embarrassing 10-wicket defeat to Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League match in Sharjah on Friday.
On a roll after back-to-back wins, the vintage Chennai Super Kings would look to extend their winning run when they clash with struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in their next IPL match in Mumbai on Wednesday.
Game 14 of the Indian Premier League will see Chennai Super Kings take on SunRisers Hyderabad at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
After entering the Champions League Twenty20 final, Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni praised Suresh Raina for his breezy unbeaten 48-ball 94 against Royal Challengers Bangalore in semi-final.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni told Ruturaj Gaikwad to be prepared for Chennai Super Kings captaincy back in 2022
But, inspired by him so much, Patheerana has emotionally requested Dhoni to continue at least for one more season.
'He's been batting well, bowling really well and he has taken almost 7-8 catches already.
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