Shamik Chakrabarty at Eden Gardens
For the second day in a row, the sea of fans gathered outside Eden Gardens was left disappointed as MS Dhoni, the iconic Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain, skipped the team’s practice session. Despite his absence, the buzz around Dhoni’s fitness and participation in the upcoming match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) remains sky-high.
Putting all speculations to rest, CSK’s bowling coach, Eric Simons, confirmed that Dhoni is in perfect health and will take the field on Wednesday. “MS knows his body and his preparations inside out,” Simons stated during the pre-match press conference. “He works incredibly hard at the start of the tournament to get into the right rhythm and then tapers off as he reaches his peak. There’s no cause for concern—he’s ready to play.”
Absolutely not through the motions. It’s obviously not a great place to be in, but we need to look at the growth of the players: Eric Simmons, CSK bowling coach pic.twitter.com/0tdoZEBeME
— Indiabet Global (@IndiabetGlobal) May 6, 2025
Dhoni’s return to the captaincy came mid-season after Ruturaj Gaikwad was sidelined due to an elbow injury. Simons shed light on how the veteran has been mentoring his successor, ensuring a seamless transition. “MS doesn’t impose himself; he’s always been a guiding force,” Simons explained. “His relationship with Rutu is built on trust and mutual respect. From selection discussions to on-field tactics, Dhoni has been instrumental in nurturing Rutu’s growth.”
As the IPL 2025 season heats up, all eyes will be on Dhoni as he leads CSK into another high-stakes encounter. Fans can rest assured that the legend is ready to deliver yet another masterclass.
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