On CSK Retaining MS Dhoni As Uncapped Player, R Ashwin's Big Question

11.08.2024 - 05:55 sports.ndtv.com

While the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction is just some months away, the uncertainty over MS Dhoni's future in the tournament is still uncertain.

Amid the speculations of his retirement, the player has remained tight-lipped about the chances of his participation in IPL 2025.

Additionally, a mega auction before the upcoming edition means that things are going to be tough for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) franchise if they opt to include Dhoni as a player.

43-year-old Dhoni, who called time on his international career in August, 2020, is close to his retirement from cricket. Hence, it would not be a right decision if CSK decide to retain him as it will fill one of the few slots that the franchise will be getting ahead of the auction.

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