Mahendra Singh Dhoni stands as one of the most successful captains in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, winning five titles as captain. His passionate fans remain devoted to 'Thala.' After years at the helm,

This rule will give two benefits to CSK. They can retain Dhoni for only INR 4 crores, means more money to either retain other players or use in the auction. Also, since Dhoni would be retained as an uncapped player, CSK could retain an extra capped player which wouldn’t have been possible without the return of this rule that was scrapped in 2021.

IPL Governing Council announced retention rules bringing back the uncapped player policy. Franchise can now retain an uncapped player for Rs 4 crore. Many including MS Dhoni can be seen

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a name that is almost synonymous to one of the most successful Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises -- the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).The 43-year-old wicket keeper

Chennai Super Kings are uncertain about using the Uncapped Player rule to retain MS Dhoni for IPL 2025, as discussions with him are yet to take place.

CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan said that the franchise remained unsure if they want to retain MS Dhoni as an uncapped player, He further revealed that the franchise is yet to hold discussions with Dhoni over the same.

After the BCCI announced the reintroduction of the uncapped rule, it was seen as a formality that MS Dhoni will return to play for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2025 IPL. However, the franchise have cast major doubt on whether the five-time IPL-winning captain will return to play another season for them.

Using the uncapped player retention rule, CSK have the opportunity to retain one of the leagues most iconic players, MS Dhoni, for a mere Rs 12 crore across three seasons. However, there is still uncertainty about it.

No news of CSK establishing contact with the talisman or Dhoni himself confirming the same has come out yet. So, the question arises: Have the fans celebrated too early?