MS Dhoni Well being Replace: The long-awaited return of MS Dhoni stays essentially the most talked-about storyline of IPL 2026. Throughout the toss for Chennai Tremendous Kings (CSK) vs Delhi Capitals (DC) conflict at Chepauk on April 11, CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad supplied a reassuring replace for the “Yellow Military,” confirming that whereas Dhoni is lacking tonight’s sport, his comeback is on the horizon.
“He is Supporting Us from Resort”
Addressing the “Thala” formed void within the taking part in XI, Gaikwad shared that Dhoni is presently following the staff’s progress intently whereas persevering with his rehabilitation.
“For these asking about MS Dhoni, he is on the resort watching and supporting us. However sure, very quickly, you will see him out on the bottom,” Gaikwad mentioned.
The legendary wicketkeeper-batter is presently sidelined with a cussed calf pressure sustained throughout the pre-season. Whereas he has resumed gentle batting apply and was seen hitting sixes within the nets, the medical staff is being cautious, limiting him to low-intensity jogging till he’s cleared for the explosive actions required behind the stumps.
Concentrating on CSK-KKR Conflict?
For the unversed, CSK is scheduled to face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) this coming Tuesday, April 14. In the present day’s replace suggests his restoration is progressing properly, however CSK vs KKR match stays a “wait-and-watch” state of affairs, with some specialists eyeing the April 18 match in opposition to SRH as a extra lifelike return date.
Toss Replace & Taking part in XIs: CSK vs DC
Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel received the toss at MA Chidambaram Stadium and opted to subject first, citing the dry nature of the pitch.
Chennai Tremendous Kings (Taking part in XI): Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Dewald Brevis, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, Khaleel Ahmed.
Delhi Capitals (Taking part in XI): Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (c), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep YadavT Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar.