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Chennai Super Kings face a must-win scenario in their remaining league games. Sunrisers Hyderabad, while closer to playoff qualification, also need a strong finish. A key focus for CSK will be containing SRH's explosive opening pair, Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, especially at their home ground in Chepauk.

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MS Dhoni's absence due to a calf injury continues to be a major talking point for CSK fans, with the star player not travelling for the Delhi Capitals clash. Bowling coach Eric Simons confirmed Dhoni is improving but offered no timeline for his return. The team, currently in a must-win situation, remains confident about their playoff chances.

Sanju Samson achieved a significant milestone, crossing 5000 runs in the IPL during Chennai Super Kings' match against Gujarat Titans. He became one of the fastest batters to reach this landmark, joining an elite group of players. The match also saw Gujarat Titans win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Both CSK and GT are at a critical juncture in IPL 2026 with identical 3-4 records. GT faces middle-order woes despite strong openers, while CSK battles injuries and player absences, relying heavily on Samson. Today's match at Chepauk, under intense heat, is expected to favor spinners and the team batting first.

Mumbai Indians' Hardik Pandya and Chennai Super Kings' Ruturaj Gaikwad face immense pressure captaining their respective franchises, stepping into the shoes of legends Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni. Both captains are struggling for form, with Pandya's batting and bowling effectiveness declining, while Gaikwad navigates leadership challenges. Their performances are under scrutiny as their teams seek to revive their IPL campaigns.

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings captains Hardik Pandya and Ruturaj Gaikwad are under pressure. Both teams are struggling for momentum. Pandya has low runs and high economy. Gaikwad is not translating individual success to leadership. Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni's availability is uncertain. The match takes place at Wankhede Stadium.

Captains Hardik Pandya and Ruturaj Gaikwad face pressure and poor form as MI and CSK struggle. Both teams, currently 7th and 8th, seek momentum ahead of their Wankhede clash. Key player battles, including Bumrah vs. Samson and Noor vs. Varma, will be crucial in deciding the outcome.

Chennai Super Kings' Ayush Mhatre is out of IPL 2026 due to a left hamstring injury sustained on April 18 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The franchise confirmed the batter requires six to twelve weeks of rehabilitation, ending his season. Mhatre continued batting after the initial injury before its severity was assessed.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's young pace duo, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, will be key against Chennai Super Kings. Hinge impressed with 4/34 in the last match, supported by Hussain's four wickets. CSK, despite recent wins, face bowling challenges with Khaleel Ahmed out injured and MS Dhoni still unavailable.

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur leads her team to England for the T20 World Cup, aiming to rewrite history after their 2017 ODI near-miss. Bolstered by the WPL's impact and improved training facilities, Kaur feels the pressure has transformed into a privilege as she enjoys living her dream.

Kieron Pollard, Mumbai Indians' batting coach, voiced his disapproval of the IPL's Impact Player rule, stating it underutilizes all-rounders' skills and could negatively impact international cricket. His concerns align with other cricketers like Axar Patel and Shubman Gill, who believe the rule makes the game less competitive. Despite widespread criticism, the rule is expected to continue for another season.

Mukesh Kumar has emerged as an unlikely yet vital weapon for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026, silencing doubters with discipline and control. Backed by the team management, the Bengal pacer has relied on hard lengths and consistency to deliver.

Guwahati's weather looms large over the IPL 2026 opener between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, with rain forecasts casting doubt on the match. Both teams, aiming for a fresh start after poor seasons, feature significant player and leadership changes. Sanju Samson moves to CSK, Ravindra Jadeja to RR, and Riyan Parag captains the Royals, while Ruturaj Gaikwad leads CSK.

Sanju Samson transitions to Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2026. He recently played a key role in India's T20 World Cup 2026 victory. Samson shared a memorable moment with MS Dhoni and Muttiah Muralitharan during a CSK event. India won their third T20 World Cup title. CSK begins their IPL 2026 season against Rajasthan Royals.

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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed immense pride in Sanju Samson's Player of the Tournament performance in India's T20 World Cup triumph. Tharoor recalled an early prediction of Samson becoming the 'next Dhoni,' a sentiment later refined by Gautam Gambhir, who emphasized Samson forging his own unique path. Samson's recent match-winning innings solidified his status as a selfless and talented player.

MS Dhoni and Sakshi Dhoni recently attended a Mumbai wedding. Sakshi wore a hand-embroidered organza saree. MS Dhoni sported a Nehru jacket. Their outfits displayed quiet coordination. The couple's style was calm and balanced. They demonstrated elegance without being loud. Their fashion choices stood out among glamorous guests. The Dhonis remain a benchmark for couple style.

Sanju Samson spoke about MS Dhoni's impact. He recalled the electrifying atmosphere when Dhoni batted in Chennai. Samson admitted the 'dhoni effect' transcends venues. CSK prepares for their final match against RR. Stephen Fleming remained tight-lipped about Dhoni’s future. The season has been underwhelming for CSK. Rajasthan Royals have faced missed opportunities. Samson’s words remind everyone of Dhoni's magical presence.

The former India captain moved past Kumar Sangakkara's mark of 99 with the dismissal of Akila Dananjaya in Colombo on Sunday.

Former India captain MS Dhoni has become the fourth wicketkeeper to effect 400 dismissals in the ODI cricket after Kumar Sangakkara, Adam Gilchrist and Mark Boucher.

Former India captain MS Dhoni, at the age of 36, has shown few signs of slowing as an unparalleled wicketkeeper in limited-overs cricket and his swiftness behind the stumps has been a pivotal factor in India winning the ODI leg of their tour 5-1.

With India’s exit from the T20 World Cup, talk of an erosion in Dhoni’s brand value is being discussed, though industry trackers say this will be transient in nature.

MS Dhoni continues to be a solid presence behind the stumps for India after yet another exhibition of top-class wicketkeeping against Sri Lanka in the one-off T20I in Colombo.

Age is just a number and veteran Indian wicketkeeper Mahendra Singh Dhoni rightly proved it by running out James Neesham using his sharp mind together with instinctive skills during the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand at Wellington on Sunday.

Former Indian opener Krishnamachari Srikkanth backed former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni to be India's No. 4 batsman in the upcoming World Cup.

Ruturaj Gaikwad braved a sluggish Chepauk pitch and accurate Punjab Kings spinners to make a solid fifty but Chennai Super Kings could only post a modest 162 for seven in their IPL match on Wednesday. CSK made 60 runs in the last five overs as Moeen Ali (15, 9b) helped Gaikwad to add 38 runs for the fifth wicket.

Former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni turned back the clock in the IPL 2022 opener against Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday.

The Indian cricket board (BCCI) announced Dhoni's retirement from Test cricket, effective immediately, moments after a nervy India managed a draw in the third Test at the MCG.

Ahead of the first T20 International at Green Park, MS Dhoni had a separate session with Indian team's yorker specialist Jasprit Bumrah to counter the wide yorkers effectively bowled by England pacers.