Just when we thought we might’ve seen the last of MS Dhoni in the IPL, the man with the calmest head and sharpest gloves has stirred the pot once more. At 44, Dhoni has hinted, with his trademark sense of humour, that retirement might not be knocking on his door just yet.

While speaking at a local event in Chennai, Dhoni delivered a line only he could pull off:
“I just got a tick mark for the next five years, I can play cricket. But the only catch is, Doc only gave clearance for eyesight. For the body, he didn’t give a clearance. I can’t play cricket only with my eyes.”

It was classic Dhoni, tongue-in-cheek, understated, and yet somehow, laced with just enough truth to get fans talking. And talk they did.

A Tough Season, But Dhoni Was Far From Done

Despite Chennai Super Kings finishing bottom of the table in IPL 2025, winning just 4 of their 14 matches, MS Dhoni still showed flashes of vintage brilliance.

After Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury, he resumed captaincy duties midway and continued to contribute with the bat. In 13 innings, he scored 196 runs at a strike rate of 135.17, a reminder that the old warhorse still had some fight left in him.

Yes, CSK’s campaign was forgettable. But Dhoni still looked like he had a point to prove. And maybe, just maybe, that point will come in IPL 2026.

CSK’s slide to 10th place has only fuelled speculation about changes, and questions about Dhoni’s role in the next season. But judging by the glint in his eye and that one-liner at the Chennai event, it’s safe to say the door isn’t fully closed just yet.

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