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MS Dhoni Achieves Embarrassing IPL Record Amid Growing Retirement Chatter

It was yet another embarrassing performance from MS Dhoni as he failed to complete the run chase for Chennai Super Kings during their IPL 2025 encounter against Delhi Capitals on Sunday. Although he did score an unbeaten 30 off 26 deliveries, it was not enough to clinch the match for his side. During his stay at the crease, Dhoni slammed his first boundary - a six off Mukesh Kumar - on the 19th ball of his innings. This was the slowest any batter has taken to hit a boundary this season. Dhoni stitched together a partnership with Vijay Shankar but the duo never looked in control of the match as they slumped to a loss.

MS Dhoni "Should've Retired In 2023": Ruturaj Gaikwad Told "It's Not Working" By Ex India Star

MS Dhoni might still be producing unbelievable magic behind the stumps but with the bat, he is looking like a liability for the Chennai Super Kings. Since the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, Dhoni has failed to win a single match for the franchise despite being recognised among the finest finishers in the game. His entry point in the batting order has also been a concern. Against Delhi Capitals, when Dhoni batted for a whopping 26 balls, he could only score 30 runs, leaving the franchise devoid of a big finish that was required from his bat.

"Phush Patakha": Navjot Sidhu Roasts MS Dhoni's Failure On Free-Hit During CSK's Loss vs DC In IPL 2025

MS Dhoni came to bat at No. 7 for Chennai Super Kings against Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2025 match on Saturday. Dhoni, one of the best finishers to ever play the game, stayed unbeaten till the end too but the result was not to CSK's liking. At what was once their fortress, five-time champions CSK lost their third match on the trot. What was more worrying was the team's batting frailty. After their top order failed to get going chasing Delhi Capitals' 184-run target, there was much hope from the middle order. But Vijay Shankar (69* off 54) and MS Dhoni (30* off 26 balls) could not take the team over the line.

"It Was Tough To Watch": Blunt CSK Coach On MS Dhoni, Vijay Shankar Slow Stand In Losing Cause vs DC

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming said MS Dhoni is "still going strong" and putting an end to the former skipper's run in the IPL is not a role assigned to him. The presence of Dhoni's parents -- Pan Singh and Devaki Devi -- at the Chepauk for CSK's match against Delhi Capitals on Saturday had fuelled speculation about an imminent his retirement. "No, that's not my role to put an end to it. I have no idea. I'm just enjoying working with him. He's still going strong. I don't even ask these days. You guys are the ones that ask (about retirement)," said Fleming in the post-match press conference.

'Last Match': Amid MS Dhoni Retirement Rumour, Internet Speculates Sakshi Dhoni's Conversation With Ziva

The fans kept waiting for the thunderous sixes, helicopter shots, and mesmerising hits to the boundary from Mahendra Singh Dhoni. But they did not come on Saturday, as Chennai Super Kings lost another match in their den. The wait continued, MS Dhoni's bat failed to talk on this day and the legend trudged back to the dug-out as the social media erupted in disbelief, watching the man fade into the twilight.

"MS Dhoni Should Retire": Unprecedented Trolling Of CSK Great After Slow Knock In Losing Cause vs DC In IPL 2025

KL Rahul scored a superb fifty as Delhi Capitals eased past Chennai Super Kings with a commanding 25-run win at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Saturday. This was DC's third victory on the trot in the ongoing tournament. The victory also saw DC beating CSK in Chennai for the first time since 2010. KL Rahul played the role of anchor as DC posted 183 for 6 in the stipulated 20 overs after opting to bat first. Rahul scored 77 runs off 51 balls with the help of 3 sixes and 6 fours. In the chase, CSK were off to a slow start and kept lagging behind. They ended up at 158 for 5, despite MS Dhoni staying unbeaten at the crease on 30 off 26 balls.

MS Dhoni Retirement Speculation: Chennai Super Kings Coach Breaks Silence - "His Future..."

The internet went on overdrive on Saturday when the official broadcaster showed footage of Pan Singh and Devika Devi, MS Dhoni's parents, during the Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals match in Chennai. It was the first time Dhoni's parents dropped in to watch an IPL game here since their son's association with CSK began in 2008. Dhoni's wife Sakshi and daughter Ziva too were in attendance, though they often attend IPL matches at Chennai.

MS Dhoni To Retire Today? Parents' Presence In CSK vs DC IPL 2025 Game Sparks Rumours On Internet

MS Dhoni's parents Pan Singh Dhoni and Devaki Devi were in attendance at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday. In fact, it was the first time Dhoni's parents dropped in to watch an IPL game here since their son's association with CSK began in 2008. Dhoni's wife Sakshi and daughter Ziva too were in attendance, though they often attend IPL matches at Chennai. Ahead of the match, there were rumours that MS Dhoni was going to lead the CSK side with doubts over Ruturaj Gaikwad's fitness status. However, Gaikwad is leading the side.

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MS Dhoni Achieves Embarrassing IPL Record Amid Growing Retirement Chatter

MS Dhoni "Should've Retired In 2023": Ruturaj Gaikwad Told "It's Not Working" By Ex India Star

"Phush Patakha": Navjot Sidhu Roasts MS Dhoni's Failure On Free-Hit During CSK's Loss vs DC In IPL 2025

"It Was Tough To Watch": Blunt CSK Coach On MS Dhoni, Vijay Shankar Slow Stand In Losing Cause vs DC

'Last Match': Amid MS Dhoni Retirement Rumour, Internet Speculates Sakshi Dhoni's Conversation With Ziva

"MS Dhoni Should Retire": Unprecedented Trolling Of CSK Great After Slow Knock In Losing Cause vs DC In IPL 2025

MS Dhoni Retirement Speculation: Chennai Super Kings Coach Breaks Silence - "His Future..."

MS Dhoni To Retire Today? Parents' Presence In CSK vs DC IPL 2025 Game Sparks Rumours On Internet