Former Michael Hussey, fondly known as “Mr. Cricket,” turned back the clock at Chennai Super Kings’ pre-season training session, delighting fans with a fluent display in the nets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. The former CSK batting coach was seen taking on the current skipper, Ruturaj Gaikwad, showcasing that his timing and elegance remain as sharp as ever, even years after his retirement.
The moment quickly went viral after Chennai Super Kings shared a clip on social media, capturing Hussey effortlessly striking the ball during the pre-season build-up to IPL 2026. It wasn’t just nostalgia—it was a reminder of the strong cricketing culture CSK continues to nurture by staying connected with its legends.
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The training session followed the franchise’s grand fan engagement event, ROAR 2026, which brought together several iconic names from CSK’s history. The reunion featured stalwarts like Suresh Raina, Matthew Hayden, Muttiah Muralitharan, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, and Ambati Rayudu, among others. Their presence added a strong emotional layer to the event, celebrating the franchise’s legacy and success over the years.
Mr. Cricket still got it 😎#Roar26 #WhistlePodu pic.twitter.com/m8DGYa3pO5
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 22, 2026
Former CSK batter S Badrinath also shared a nostalgic image featuring the team’s five IPL trophies, captioning it “OG squad,” which resonated strongly with fans across social platforms.
The one with our Skipper 💛📸🦁#Roar26 #WhistlePodu @ChennaiIPL @msdhoni pic.twitter.com/gALJT1SB4j
— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) March 22, 2026
Looking ahead, CSK will kick off their IPL 2026 campaign against the Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati on March 30. The five-time champions then face Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Delhi Capitals in what promises to be a challenging opening stretch.
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Meanwhile, all eyes remain on MS Dhoni, who is set to return for another IPL season. With speculation growing around this being his final campaign, fans will be eager to witness the legendary captain lead CSK once again in what could be a fitting farewell chapter.
