With a fresh IPL season days away, Irfan Pathan has said it once again — this could be the last time fans see Mahendra Singh Dhoni turn out for the Chennai Super Kings. Dhoni, 44, quit international cricket long back, but has been an active participant in the IPL for CSK, though in a diminishing role. “As soon as the IPL comes around, we start seeing Mahendra Singh Dhoni again, which means he is fully prepared for it, and he is looking very fit as well,” he added. Dhoni has already joined the CSK camp in Chennai and has been training alongside the squad led by captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. Commenting on what could be Dhoni’s role this season, Irfan said: “This season, Dhoni will play an important role in bringing everyone together.

Source: The Telegraph March 14, 2026 23:51 UTC