Chennai Super Kings have been knocked out of the IPL 2024 courtesy of their 27-run loss against arch-rivals Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Both RCB and CSK finished their league stage at 14 points; however, it was because of the net run rate that RCB qualified for the playoffs.
There have been speculations after the conclusion of the match that this was probably the last time that fans have seen Dhoni on the cricket field.
However, now a CSK official makes a shocking claim regarding the IPL future of Ms. Dhoni.
A senior CSK official discussed in a conversation with the Times of India how Dhoni’s 110-meter six in the match’s last over was largely responsible for his team’s loss to the RCB.
Dhoni was unable to deliver on his pledge to raise the IPL trophy at Chepauk throughout this procedure. “The ball needed to be replaced because it was lost. Dayal received a drier ball, and hitting became challenging all of a sudden,” a top CSK official stated.
The report also states that Dhoni, who was saddened by the outcome against RCB, left the CSK camp on Sunday and was the first to return to Ranchi. Regarding the crucial decision regarding Dhoni’s future, an insider informed the newspaper that Thala hasn’t shared his intentions with anyone on the team. He advised the management that the decision would not be taken until after a few months.
Dhoni has not announced his resignation from CSK to anyone. According to a source cited in the newspaper, “He has informed the management that he will wait for a few months before making a final decision.” He did not feel any discomfort in his running between the wickets, and that is a plus.” The ‘Impact Player’ rule, which has drawn a lot of criticism from a few current cricket players, is perhaps a contributing factor in Dhoni’s decision to quit.
Dhoni may stick with the regulation if it is upheld since it allows him the flexibility to perform a certain role for the team. It might be challenging for the seasoned wicketkeeper batter to return if the regulation is repealed.
We’ll hold off until Dhoni gets back to us. Let’s see what transpires; he always has the team’s best interests at heart,” the CSK representative said.
[10:28 am, 20/5/2024] +91 81152 23927: @shwet Sr Cricinfo Sir Wo Ms dhoni ke handshake controversy par experts ne reactions diya hai uspar likhne jaa rahe hai 🙏🙏
