MS Dhoni Continues Recovery, CSK Face Multiple Injury Setbacks Ahead of Mumbai Indians Clash
Dhoni trains at Wankhede but no timeline for return; Khaleel Ahmed and Ayush Mhatre ruled out of IPL 2026
Quick Look
- MS Dhoni is still without a confirmed return date after suffering a calf injury just before IPL 2026 began, with his absence now stretching into the fourth week.
- The veteran was seen training at Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday, sparking hopes of a comeback against Mumbai Indians, but CSK bowling coach Eric Simmons indicated there would be no rushed decision.
- Chennai Super Kings, currently eighth on the points table with two wins from four matches, are also dealing with injuries to fast bowler Khaleel Ahmed (quadriceps) and batter Ayush Mhatre (hamstring), with trials held for potential replacements Akash Madhwal and Rajvardhan Hangargekar.
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MS Dhoni is still without a confirmed return date after suffering a calf injury just before IPL 2026 began, with his absence now stretching into the fourth week. The veteran was seen training at Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday, sparking hopes of a comeback against Mumbai Indians, but CSK bowling coach Eric Simmons indicated there would be no rushed decision. Chennai Super Kings, currently eighth on the points table with two wins from four matches, are also dealing with injuries to fast bowler Khaleel Ahmed (quadriceps) and batter Ayush Mhatre (hamstring), with trials held for potential replacements Akash Madhwal and Rajvardhan Hangargekar.