MS Dhoni: A good news is coming for the fans of Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026. Expectations have again increased regarding the return of former CSK captain and veteran wicketkeeper batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni to the field. According to reports, Dhoni can leave with the team for the match against Lucknow Super Giants.

Will MS Dhoni play against Lucknow?

Actually, former Chennai Super Kings captain and veteran wicketkeeper batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been out of the team since the beginning of this season due to injury. However, according to the latest report by Cricbuzz, CSK CEO Kasi Vishwanathan has confirmed that MS Dhoni’s ticket has been booked along with 60 other people of the team in an Indigo commercial flight to Lucknow. However, the final decision on whether to go to Lucknow or not will be Dhoni’s. After the news of Dhoni going to Lucknow with the team came out, speculations are being made that he can return to the field in this match against Lucknow.

Out of the team due to injury

Let us tell you, CSK veteran wicketkeeper batsman MS Dhoni has not played a single match in IPL 2026 so far. Due to calf injury, he has been out of the team since the beginning of this season and has remained away from the field till now. However, now reports of his being completely fit are coming out. In such a situation, his and CSK fans are waiting for his return on the field.

CSK performance in IPL 2026

Talking about the performance of Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026, CSK’s performance this season was mixed. After facing defeat in the initial matches, Chennai made a brilliant comeback. In the 11 matches played so far, they have won 6 and lost 5, due to which they are at fifth position in the points table with 12 points. Now they have 3 matches left. If CSK wants to reach the playoffs, then they will have to win their 2 matches at any cost so that they can reach 16 points.