MS Dhoni (BCCI Photo)
The questions around his future continue as fans wait to know whether he will play in IPL 2027. The 45-year-old said he would first check his fitness before deciding whether he could play another season.
You will have to give me the report, and then before December, I will have to see, you know, how strong I am to maybe play one more season,” Dhoni said. NEW DELHI: Will MS Dhoni return for another season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), or is the former India captain close to calling time on his career? Dhoni has now offered a hint about his plans. “Doc, I will have to go through the test. Dhoni’s role in Chennai Super Kings ‘ batting line-up has gradually reduced over the past few years. He has mostly batted in the final overs, looking to score quick runs and give fans a glimpse of his trademark power-hitting.
He has scored 5,439 runs in 278 matches at an average of 38.30. His record includes 24 half-centuries in 242 innings. CSK have struggled to achieve the same success since Ruturaj Gaikwad took over as captain in 2024.
Even with a smaller role, Dhoni remains one of the leading run-scorers in IPL history. His success as a captain has been equally impressive. Dhoni led CSK to five IPL titles and also guided the franchise to two Champions League T20 titles.