In India, cricketers are worshipped like gods and have a huge fan base. The one name that stood out is legendary wicket-keeper batter MS Dhoni. However, due to age, injuries, and other concerns, one of the questions troubling fans is: When will MS Dhoni retire from the IPL? How much longer can we see this legend active on the field?
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Farewell to International Cricket
Raising from the streets of Ranchi to leading India, his journey was nothing but extraordinary. No other wicket-keeper in the country went on to rule Indian cricket, just the way he did. His illustrious International career began on December 23, 2004, and ended on July 10th, 2019. Along the way, he led India to the T20 World Cup, 50 over World Cup, and Champions Trophy titles, becoming the only captain in history to win all the 3 ICC titles. While MS Dhoni retired from international cricket six years ago, he continues to play for his IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
IPL Career of MS Dhoni
The IPL career of MS Dhoni began when the tournament began in the year 2008, he joined Chennai Super Kings for a whopping amount of $ 1.5 million. He led the franchise to 5 IPL titles in the years 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023. He represented Rising Pune Super Giants in 2016 and 2017 when Chennai Super Kings were suspended for two years.
No Absences Throughout IPL Seasons
The IPL career of MS Dhoni has seen a lot of ups and downs and he is one of the few cricketers to play in all 17 seasons. In overall 264 IPL matches, he scored 5243 runs at an average of 39.12 comprising 24 half-centuries.
MS Dhoni’s Knee Surgery
MS Dhoni had struggled with knee issues from the last 2 seasons and faced difficulties, while running between the wickets many times, turning down many twos and quick singles. Knowing his finishing strength, he dropped himself down to No.8, giving youngsters a chance to perform higher up the order. He underwent knee surgery in 2023 that enabled him to extend his career for one more year. The surgery again sparked the hot topic of when will MS Dhoni retire from IPL. To clear the air about this rumour during the launch of his App in Mumbai. He was accompanied by wicket-keeper batsman Sanju Samson. He wanted to enjoy the last few years of his cricketing career the way he enjoyed cricket as a child. It means the fans can see MS Dhoni in IPL 2025.
Will MS Dhoni Play IPL 2025？
The participation of MS Dhoni in IPL 2025 is confirmed. The IPL career of MS Dhoni is still lasting. He will start practising with his teammates as the 18th edition of the IPL will get underway from March 22nd. Chennai Super Kings are scheduled to play their opener on March 23rd at Chepauk against arch-rivals Mumbai Indians. He was retained by the franchise for Rs 4 crore as an uncapped player.
VIDEO | Here’s what Indian wicket-keeper and batter Sanju Samson said about MS Dhoni’s retirement from the IPL.
“Whenever people say that Dhoni should retire from the IPL, I always feel ‘Thoda Aur’ for Dhoni.”
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/bGw0g7Y8t7
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 19, 2025
Though he has already passed the captaincy baton to Ruturaj Gaikwad, his suggestions behind the stumps are going to help the bowlers. Dhoni might have been pushed down the order to No.8, but he provides more depth to CSK’s batting.
When Will MS Dhoni Retire from IPL？
With every new IPL season one question remains constant – When will MS Dhoni retire from IPL? Well, this question made news again at a recent event in Mumbai when Sanju Samson and MS Dhoni interacted. But Dhoni said, “I’ve retired since 2019, so it will be quite some time. What I’ve been doing in the meantime is I just want to enjoy cricket for the last, whatever few years, you know, I will be able to play.” Although that day will surely come, MS Dhoni’s retirement from the IPL is definitely not happening now.
Conclusion
MS Dhoni called time on his 15-year-long cricketing career on August 15th, 2020 through a video on social media. Dhoni might have ended his International career but he continued to play for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League. There have been many speculations of him retiring from IPL as well since 2020, but MS Dhoni just extended his love for the game and continues to enjoy cricket. The IPL career of MS Dhoni hasn’t ended yet, and we will see more of MS Dhoni in IPL 2025. Stay tuned with All IPL criclive for latest IPL news.
