MS Dhoni breaks silence on CSK future after IPL 2025, confirming that his bond with Chennai Super Kings will continue. Speaking at a recent event, the legendary captain revealed his intentions to stay involved with the franchise for many more years—even after retirement.
“Me and CSK, we are together… even for the next 15-20 years,” Dhoni said, drawing massive applause from the crowd.Though he joked about not playing for two more decades, Dhoni made it clear he won’t leave CSK anytime soon.
Dhoni Set to Stay Connected with CSK Beyond Playing Days
There were strong rumors that Dhoni might retire after IPL 2024. However, he returned in IPL 2025 after recovering from a knee issue. With Ruturaj Gaikwad injured, Dhoni took over as CSK captain again.
Despite a poor season—just 4 wins in 14 games—Dhoni showed unwavering commitment.“It’s not about one year or two. I’ll always be in a yellow jersey,” he said.He hinted at a mentoring or off-field role with CSK once his playing days end.
CSK Planning Strong Comeback in 2026 with Ruturaj Return
Reflecting on CSK’s last two poor seasons, Dhoni admitted that the team had not performed well.“Yes, the last couple of years have not been good. We must understand what went wrong,” he added.
Dhoni expressed full confidence in Ruturaj Gaikwad, confirming his return for the next season. He believes Ruturaj’s comeback will fix CSK’s batting issues.“Rutu will be coming back. He got injured, but he’ll be back. We’re quite sorted now,” Dhoni confirmed.He also pointed to the December mini-auction as a key moment to rebuild the team.
Dhoni Credits CSK and Chennai for His Growth
In an emotional closing note, Dhoni thanked CSK and Chennai for shaping his personal and professional journey.“The relationship has grown. It helped me improve as a person and as a cricketer,” Dhoni said.
He called CSK a blessing, not just for him, but for Chennai as well.MS Dhoni breaks silence on CSK future after IPL 2025, ending all speculation. While he may not play forever, Dhoni’s legacy with Chennai Super Kings will live on—as captain, mentor, and inspiration.