The Indian Premier League 2023 is set to commence on March 31, with the opening match between defending champions Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. There are speculations that this year’s IPL could be the last for CSK captain MS Dhoni. Dhoni had left his captaincy during IPL 2023, but was reinstated as the leader of the Chennai franchise after Ravindra Jadeja stepped down from the post during the league stage of the tournament last year.
CSK had a disappointing performance in IPL 2023, finishing ninth in the 10-team tournament, winning four matches and losing 10 in the league stage. However, they won their last title in 2021. Dhoni will turn 42 in July, and there are speculations about him finishing his IPL career at Chepauk this season.
Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra shared his views on the upcoming season on the popular show AakashVani, hinting that this could be Dhoni’s last in the IPL. He also raised questions about Dhoni’s performance and selection in the playing XI. Despite this, Chopra emphasized that Dhoni is “larger than life.” The former Kolkata Knight Riders batter’s comments suggest that fans can expect a thrilling and emotional season ahead.
