MS Dhoni has returned to aggressive cricket and led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) of their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 in opposition to Gujarat Titans (GT). Despite considerations over his knee, Dhoni captained the aspect after being seen prepared in his jersey earlier than the fixture. During GT’s chase, Dhoni seemingly suffered a knee difficulty when he dived to cease a ball. Fans turned fearful about his well being, nevertheless it was later confirmed that he had solely suffered from cramps and is match to take part in upcoming fixtures.
CSK CEO :
“MS Dhoni is completely fit. There are no injury concerns”@msdhoni _#MSDhoni_ #ChennaiSuperKings pic.twitter.com/4vsegDTw0C
— Naveenchowdary Ravipati (@NaveenRavipati7) March 30, 2023
Head coach Stephen Fleming confirmed Dhoni’s availability and mentioned, “He was always playing. Not sure where that story came from. He was nursing a sore knee throughout the month of pre-season, but today it was just cramps, it wasn’t the knee. He’s not going to be as quick and nimble as he was 15 years ago, but he is still a great leader of the side and, even with the bat, he is still going to play a part. He knows his limitations and he is a valuable player to have on the field. He is a legend.”
Although Dhoni could also be battling a knee difficulty, he stays decided to steer CSK to a different IPL title. The workforce has gained 4 titles beneath his captaincy and is only one title away from matching table-toppers, Mumbai Indians. CSK has been essentially the most constant workforce in IPL historical past, qualifying for the second spherical in all 11 seasons they’ve participated in.
