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MS Dhoni In IPL 2026: Pros And Cons Of Thala Representing CSK For One More Season

Anurag Dasgupta

Pros and cons of having MSD in IPL 2026 [Source: AFP Photo]Pros and cons of having MSD in IPL 2026 [Source: AFP Photo]

According to the latest development, it has been reported that MS Dhoni, the Chennai Super Kings legend, is set to play for one more season in the Indian Premier League. MSD has kept its cards wide open for next season, but N Srinivasan’s appointment as the CSK Chairman might persuade the star player to play for another season.

Dhoni has been battling a knee injury for the last few years, and his recovery from the injury would likely decide his future in the league. However, as of now, a RevSportz report suggest that MSD is likely to play for another season in the cash-rich league.

MS Dhoni is a legend in the IPL, but at 44, how much can he contribute to his franchise? In this piece, we will jot down the pros and cons of MSD playing in the league for another year.

Pros of having MSD play in IPL 2026

Crowd puller: There is no denying that MS Dhoni is the biggest crowd puller in the IPL, and the harsh reality is that CSK fans do not come to watch IPL matches for their team, but for MSD. His popularity is not limited to the Chepauk Stadium, but extends to various other venues, and even the IPL broadcasters are aware of this fact, which is why all their shows revolve around MSD.

Providing valuable experience: MSD has been playing in the league for the last 18 years and is the most experienced player in the IPL. CSK has gone through an overhaul, and the younger players need someone to guide them, and who better than a 44-year-old legendary player.

Cons of having MS Dhoni in IPL 2026

Adamant decision-making: MS Dhoni, last season, was adamant in his decision-making and made decisions that didn’t help the team’s cause. Despite being CSK’s best hitter, he used to bat down the order at 7, 8, or sometimes even 9 down, and this hampered the side. By the time MSD used to come to bat, the game was long gone.

Injury issues: For the last few years, MS Dhoni has dealt with knee injuries, and it has disrupted CSK’s plans. In the last two seasons, MSD has looked like a pale shadow of himself while batting, and this is partly due to the pain he suffers when he runs or even walks.