Dhoni had performed the complete IPL 2023 season with a closely strapped left knee.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) CEO Kasi Viswanathan lately shed some gentle on the way forward for captain MS Dhoni as one other thrilling season of the IPL approaches. Viswanathan revealed that the skilled wicketkeeper-batsman has been fairly secretive about his plans and is more likely to share them immediately with the followers.
During the IPL 2023, there have been widespread speculations that it might be Dhoni’s closing season. However, the previous Indian skipper strongly hinted at his return for the 2024 version after main the franchise to their exceptional fifth title. Nevertheless, he did acknowledge that his knee has been a priority.
Speaking on the launch of the Junior Super Kings occasion in Chennai, Kasi expressed his lack of expertise concerning Dhoni’s future plans. However, he confidently said that the veteran participant is on monitor to take part in the complete IPL season.
“That I do not know. See, as far as the captain is concerned, he will answer you directly. He does not tell us what he is going to do. He is doing well now. He has started his rehab. He started working in the gym. And, probably in another 10 days he’ll start working in the nets also.”
Recently, MS Dhoni was noticed enjoying pickleball with Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant after the conclusion of the IPL 2024 Auction in Dubai.
MS Dhoni and Rishabh Pant enjoying Tennis in Dubai. pic.twitter.com/1RRqqsrT5S
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Although Dhoni has confronted challenges together with his batting efficiency in latest IPL seasons, his captaincy has undeniably been the X-factor. Following their triumph on this yr’s IPL, the Yellow Army has now equaled the Mumbai Indians as probably the most profitable staff in IPL historical past, each securing their fifth title.
Viswanathan disclosed that the public sale unfolded exactly as supposed, asserting that the inclusion of Bangladesh seamer Mustafizur Rahman may very well be advantageous on the Chennai wicket.
“I would say we pretty much got all of our targets. We were planning for Daryl Mitchell. We thought Mustafizur Rahman would be a good bet at our Chepauk wicket, with the side boundary. These were our thoughts but we were not sure whether we would be able get them. Luckily, it turned out to be a good auction for us this time.”
He additional disclosed that Sameer Rizvi is taken into account an appropriate successor to Ambati Rayudu.
“Sameer Rizvi was a targeted player for many of the franchises. We were probably a bit lucky in getting Rizvi. Basically, if you look at it, we are trying to get a replacement for Ambati Rayudu.”
The 2024 version of the IPL is predicted to start on March twenty second.
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