Glimpses from CSK's training session in Chennai on Tuesday.
Cricket ricket royalty added to the glamour at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's sangeet ceremony in Mumbai on Friday night.
'I don't think anyone can take a call on Mahendra Singh Dhoni, whether this is going to be his last year.'
'I'm a different kind of legendary. Me and Dhoni are the same kind of legends. We keep saying no, but end up playing 10 more IPLs.'
After CSK's triumph in a rain-affected IPL 2023 final in Ahmedabad, Dhoni again said what he has been saying each time he has been asked this tournament -- that he has some months before the December IPL auction to make up his mind whether to play or to retire his bat and wicket-keeping gloves.
During the 17th over, with a mischievous grin, he mimicked throwing a water bottle at the camera seemingly expressing annoyance at the extended focus.
'There is no comparison. We are just trying to copy a great pose by a great man, nothing beyond that!'
Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the legendary captain, has officially confirmed his participation in the upcoming IPL season.
'The support is phenomenal. But, as you go on and play, then you realise they are MS Dhoni fans before they are CSK fans.'
Former India opener Navjot Singh Sidhu hailed MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli as "institutions" whose relevance will not die down while their contemporaries fade.
After undergoing knee surgery after IPL 2023, Dhoni has displayed his trademark resilience, showcasing a remarkable recovery in recent viral images capturing his intense training sessions in Ranchi.
Batters launched balls so high into the sky that they looked like rockets taking off from the centre square.
Three years ago, on the same date, Dhoni bid a heartfelt farewell to the international cricket stage, making August 15 a poignant milestone for him.
On Monday, Dhoni teased fans with a cryptic Facebook post, stating, 'Can't wait for the new season and the new 'role'. Stay tuned!'
Sakshi Singh Dhoni uploaded a video on Instagram in which her hubby can be seen giving Chetak a relaxing massage.
'What a collection and what a man MSD is. A great achiever and a even more incredible person.;
Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) regular skipper Rituraj Gaikwad, who is nursing an elbow injury, is unlikely play their next IPL home match against Delhi Capitals on Saturday, setting the stage for the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni's return at the helm of the five-time champions.
'When it comes to our batting department, we want to express ourselves. That's what we did in the last few games. We want to move ahead with it.'
It is said that in Chennai, fans do not watch cricket -- they analyse and debate it and even outthink the experts. Cricket here is savoured like their favourite dish -- a hot bowl of rasam.
Recalling his interaction with Dhoni, Rinku revealed the valuable advice he received: 'Focus on the ball, stay calm, and react accordingly.'
'ARRIVE AS A KING LIVE AS A LEGEND, BE REMEMBERED AS A GENTLEMAN,' he captioned his Instagram post with Dhoni.
Dhoni is participating in the ongoing JSCA Tennis Tournament in Ranchi.
'It was very an emotional moment for him. And then I realised that CSK is very close to his heart, he loves the players like his own family.'
The CSK players took to indoor some games, with captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni playing table tennis partnering Ambati Rayudu.
An attacking Dhoni set the net session on fire as he carted the CSK bowlers to all parts of the Lalabhai Contractor stadium in Surat.
Kartik quick to acknowledge those who helped him reach the big stage.
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan's memoir bares all about his personal life and professional career.
Even though they play for two fierce rivals in the IPL, Kohli and Dhoni have never let the cricketing battles get in their way of their friendship.
'The coach, the captain, the memories.'
Chennai Super Kings will need to improve significantly in all departments of the game to trouble a potent Punjab Kings in their first home game of the Indian Premier League. It was a uninspiring start for CSK in their opener against Rajasthan Royals.
Ziva will be 9 on February 6. Gosh, how quickly these children grow!
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Rishabh Pant dined at Bastian in Mumbai.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Virat Kohli were spotted bowling during their net sessions.
Former business partners Mihir Diwakar and his wife Soumya Das approached the high court seeking a permanent injunction and damages against Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
It was at Eden in January 2001 that a young Dhoni, then representing Bihar, announced himself with a maiden first-class century -- a knock that now feels prophetic in retrospect.
BCCI has decided to 'retire' the jersey number as a tribute to the World Cup winning skipper.
Dhoni endorses 42 brands to Bachchan's 41 and SRK's 34.
'Great to catch up with the maestro who looks in fine fettle - @msdhoni,' Ravi tweeted.
Dhoni and his wife Sakshi joined forces with CSK bowling maestro Dwayne Bravo for an energetic round of Dandiya.
'We haven't discussed anything with M S Dhoni. We will speak post October 15.'
