Absence of Mahendra Singh Dhoni in IPL 2026

New Delhi: IPL 2026 has started and meanwhile Chennai Super Kings An important news has come out regarding star player Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Dhoni, who has been one of the key faces of the team for a long time, will not be able to feature in the initial matches of this season. The franchise has officially confirmed that he will be unavailable for the first two weeks due to injury, which may impact the team’s plans.

Possibility of Dhoni’s return

According to reports, Dhoni’s comeback is likely to happen in the last week of April. To put this in perspective, he may be out of the first five to six matches. csk Your first match on 30th March Rajasthan Royals Will play against India in Guwahati, but Dhoni has not traveled with the team for this match. According to a team management official, Dhoni is currently resting and his fitness is being constantly monitored.

Dhoni’s knee problem

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been suffering from knee problems for the last few years. He had undergone surgery after IPL 2023, but still remaining completely fit remains a challenge for him. Even in the last season, he was often seen batting in the lower order, as it was proving difficult for him to stay at the crease for a long time and run fast.

Dhoni’s condition in practice session

Recently, during a practice session, a video of Dhoni also surfaced, in which he was seen walking with a limp. This was a clear indication that his injury had not yet fully healed. However, the team management is hopeful that they will be able to bounce back in the crucial stages of the tournament.

Possible changes in team composition

In the absence of Dhoni, some changes can be seen in the team composition. Wicketkeeping responsibility sanju samson Can be handed over, while young batsmen may get a chance to play in the lower order. The team management is also considering that after Dhoni’s return, he should be played in a limited role, so that there is not too much pressure on his fitness.

Fans wait for Dhoni’s return

Cricket experts believe that if Dhoni is not fully fit, he can be played as an ‘impact player’. With this, he will be able to provide the benefit of his experience to the team and will also be able to make important contributions at the required time. Meanwhile, fans are eagerly waiting for his return.