MS Dhoni in IPL (Source: AFP)
In a significant moment, the legendary Chennai Super Kings (CSK) icon, MS Dhoni, was spotted wearing a sleeveless Mumbai Indians (MI) jersey during a casual football match. The viral image has left fans stunned and speculating: Is Dhoni planning to switch to MI in IPL 2026?
With his IPL future already in talks, this picture has definitely added fuel to ongoing speculation. In IPL 2025, Dhoni had returned to lead CSK in the absence of Ruturaj Gaikwad (due to injury).
Will Dhoni really play for MI in IPL 2026?
It is important to note that the photo was shared on Instagram by entrepreneur and influencer Arjun Vaidya. He posed the picture alongside MS Dhoni and others after a friendly football match.
The post was captioned - 'Football game with MS'.
However, there is no official confirmation from Dhoni or franchise regarding this matter.
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MS Dhoni with MI jersey (Source:@Instagram)
Interestingly, Dhoni was retained by CSK in IPL 2025 for ₹4 crore under the BCCI's newly introduced policy that classifies a player as uncapped if they have not played international cricket or held a central contract in the last five years.
MS Dhoni becomes certified 'Drone Pilot'
On Tuesday, MS Dhoni officially became a certified drone pilot. A leading drone technology firm in India, Garuda Aerospace, confirmed that its investor and brand ambassador has completed his training at their DGCA-approved Remote Pilot Training Organisation in Chennai.
"Having our brand ambassador and investor, MS Dhoni, personally undergo the training and get certified as a pilot is a monumental milestone for us. He picked it up very quickly and was extremely focused on learning. His belief in our mission to revolutionise the drone industry is a massive source of encouragement for the entire team."
