As the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) looms closer, Chennai Super Kings’ captain MS Dhoni is reportedly gearing up for the tournament. Dhoni, who led Chennai to their fifth IPL title in 2023, is making a return to competitive cricket after his last appearance in the IPL 2023 final against Gujarat Titans.
In preparation for the much-anticipated IPL season, MS Dhoni recently visited the Maa Dewri temple near Ranchi in Jharkhand. A video capturing Dhoni seeking blessings at the temple has gone viral on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. In the video, fans surround the World Cup-winning captain, eager to catch a glimpse and even take selfies with the cricket icon.
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Following a spectacular IPL campaign last year, fans are eagerly anticipating MS Dhoni’s return to the competition. Dhoni faced challenges throughout the previous season due to a knee injury, leading to speculation about his participation in the upcoming tournament. Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan addressed Dhoni’s injury status in an interview with news agency ANI in December.
Video of the Day, Thala Dhoni Visits Deori Maa Mandir in Ranchi to Seek Blessings !! ❤️🙏#MSDhoni #WhistlePodu #Dhoni #Ranchi
🎥 via Abhishek pic.twitter.com/TqkrDtnzpM— TEAM MS DHONI #Dhoni (@imDhoni_fc) February 6, 2024
“He has recovered well (from his knee injury). He is undergoing his rehab programmes, started training. By the time the next IPL starts, I am sure he will be fit to play,” remarked Kasi Viswanathan.
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Chennai Super Kings made noteworthy additions to their squad during the recent IPL auction, securing prominent names such as Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, and Shardul Thakur. As the cricket community eagerly awaits the return of the iconic MS Dhoni, the team is gearing up for another exciting IPL season.
