When you think of Chennai Super Kings, the first name that inevitably comes to mind is MS Dhoni. The man in yellow has become synonymous with the franchise — a symbol of calm leadership, tactical genius, and unmatched legacy. With five IPL titles to his name and countless match-winning knocks, Dhoni isn’t just a CSK icon — he’s an emotion for millions.
Every year, fans throng to Chepauk in hopes of witnessing a Dhoni special. But this season feels a little different. Whispers are growing louder that IPL 2025 might be the final chapter in Dhoni’s glorious career. Adding fuel to the speculation, Dhoni’s parents were recently seen at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, leading many to wonder if they are present to witness their son play in CSK colors for one last time.
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Statistically, Dhoni’s numbers speak volumes about his consistency and impact. In 267 IPL appearances, he’s batted in 232 innings and scored 5,289 runs at an impressive average of 39.18 and a strike rate of 137.70.
MS Dhoni’s parents are Watching the match, for the first time ever I have seen them I’m limelight 🫡
Bro I can’t digest Retirement trauma of Dhoni if it happens 🥲#CSKvDC pic.twitter.com/TB7Q9pav7X
— Utkarsh 🇮🇳🇮🇱 (@utkarsh_dhoni) April 5, 2025
For CSK alone, he has featured in 237 matches, amassing 4,715 runs at a healthy average of 40.30 and a strike rate of 139.46 — numbers that mirror his greatness. As for the match itself, Delhi Capitals opted to bat first under the scorching Chennai heat. The start wasn’t ideal as Jake Fraser-McGurk fell for a duck. But KL Rahul and Abishek Porel stitched a vital partnership.
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Porel’s quickfire 33 off 20 set the tempo, while Rahul, coming off a quiet outing in the last game, looked in control. After Axar Patel’s dismissal, young Sameer Rizvi joined Rahul, who played with calculated aggression and composure, especially against CSK’s quality spin. On a challenging surface, Rahul’s knock was pure grit — a reminder of his class when the stakes are high.
