Chennai Super Kings talisman M.S. Dhoni on Wednesday attended a net session ahead of the side’s IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
The return to training allayed concerns of a serious injury for the 44-year-old, who had been ruled out for two weeks before CSK’s campaign opener against Rajasthan Royals earlier this week. CSK has also been dealt blows with injuries to Dewald Brevis and Nathan Ellis.
CSK posted a video on social media showing Dhoni carrying his kit bag at the ground.
After Wednesday’s IPL match between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals, the official broadcaster of the tournament, Star Sports Networkshowed glimpses of Dhoni batting in the nets.Dhoni’s return will be welcomed by the side after its tame defeat at the hands of the Royals in Guwahati. A tame batting display cost the side as it could only post 127 runs and lost the contest by six wickets.
Published on Apr 01, 2026
