As predicted by cricket fans, Chennai Super Kings retained MS Dhoni ahead of the upcoming auction. In IPL 2024, CSK finished outside the playoff positions. In the retention list, Dhoni falls under the uncapped player category as he hasn't been a part of a starting XI in an international match in the last five years.

The 43-year-old, who is at the last stage of his playing career, only features in the IPL since announcing international retirement in 2020. He led CSK to five IPL titles under his leadership

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes Chennai Super Kings might strategically rest MS Dhoni in some IPL 2025 matches to maximize his performance. Despite not being captain, Dhoni's mentorship and leadership remain crucial for the team.

MS Dhoni is one of five players set to be retained by Chennai Super Kings ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, along with captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube and Sri Lanka fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana.

Former India captain MS Dhoni says he wants to enjoy few more years of playing as CSK looks to retain him as uncapped player.

Its not the Rs 4 Crore factor - Explaining why CSK will retain MS Dhoni as uncapped player ahead of the IPL Mega Auction.

CSK fret over Dhoni's participation with deadline approaching . On October 21, CEO Kasi Viswanathan revealed that Dhoni has promised to make his decision known by October 31, the

Australia great Ricky Ponting has shared his admiration for MS Dhoni and the enduring career the India legend continues to build on in the IPL for the Chennai Super Kings.