Chennai Super Kings are firmly anchored at the bottom of the table, it will certainly end for the first time in their Indian history Premier League. They were the poorest during the season. Yet the buzzing surrounding CSK matches remains unchanged, with packed stands throughout India, all thanks to Mrs. Dhoni.
Yes, Dhoni is no longer a man who puts his sixths effortlessly in the stalls. It does not have to be the same captain with “Midas Touch”. Yet, Dhoni, despite his complete presence, still attracts crowds and attracts attention.
When in February he arrived in Chennai in the pre -season camp on himself adapted to the T -shirt decorated with “once” in Morse code, many believed that the IPL 2025 would really be his last season.
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However, when things happen for both Super Kings and their Thal, it remains uncertain whether the Sunday game in Ahmedabad will be Dhoni’s Swan. “By the way, it is also a venue where CSK won its fifth title IPL two years ago – a match that many felt should be Dhoni’s farewell to IPL.
Since the CSK was excluded from the play -off race this season, the question has been steadily followed by Dhoni and those representing Super Kings at press conferences.
Dhoni himself addressed it several times. Asked by Danny Morrison, Dhoni avoided the question. On another occasion, he was more honest and said he was not in a hurry to decide, waiting to see his body holding up in the next ten months before any calls about his future IPL.
The value of the Dhoni brand remains unadorned. However, his ability in the field clearly decreases. With a bat, Dhoni was rather a burden this year – scoring 196 runs in 13 matches at 135 strike, a significant decline in his stunning strokes of 220 in 2024. Although it underwent surgery, its unpleasant knee was a persistent problem during the season.
Dhoni rarely crossed his welcome. Yet it now seems that his presence in the XI can prevent super kings. On many occasions this season, Dhoni tried to produce typical eruptions of late games that once defined him.
Yet, the CSK camp firmly believes that Dhoni will know best when to call time for his iPL career. It would be a miracle if it returned to IPL 2026 and brings better performances, especially with a bat.
When CSK is preparing on Sunday to close its forgotten season against Gujaratian Titans in Ahmedabad, one thing seems almost certain: we can witness the last “captain” of Dhoni.
In addition to emotions, the competition at the Narendra Modi stadium has a significant importance for Gujarat Titans who need a strong comeback after and desperately Heavy defeat Lucknow Super Giants in their previous match.
Gujarat Titans is currently sitting at the top of the table with 18 points and winning the top two. On Sunday, however, the loss of CSK could see how they would slip out of these sought -after positions – a bitter wound for one of the most convenient pages of the season.
GT vs CSK: head to head
CSK lost four games at seven meetings with Gujarat Titans. By the way, this is the first meeting between the two parties in IPL 2025. However, CSK won three of its last four matches against the former champions.
GT VS CSK: Team News
No injuries problems are reported in any of the camps. Gujarat Titans will hope that Jos Buttler and Kagiso Rabada will get the best because their two overseas stars will not be available for play -off.
Buttler, who was a 3 column for the Titans, will hope to make one big impact and ensure that Gujarat Seal in the first two, offering them another shot when reaching the finals.
Gujarat could think about resting Rashid Khan, who was out of color this season. In his previous game against LSG, Rashid was transported to Mitchell Marsh. The breath in front of the play -off can be a welcome change for the Afghanistan superstar.
GT VS CSK: Predicated Xis Game
Gt: SHUBMAN GILL (CA; PAIN), SAI SUDHARSHAN, Jos Buttler (Wicketkeeper), Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rajhul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, R Sai Kishhore, Kagisore, Kagisore Siraj
Impact Player: Prasidh Krishna
CSK: Ayush Mhatre, Devon Conway, Urvil Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Mrs. Dhoni (Captain and Wickkekeeper), Anshul Kartjl, Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed.
Impact Player: Matheesha Pathirana
GT VS CSK: Top Fantasy Picks
Gujarate: SHUBMAN GIL, SAI SUDHARSAN, Jos Buttler, Arshad Khan, Sherfane Rutherford.
Chennai: Ayush Mhatre, Urvil Patel, Dewald Brevis, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Cartear.
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Published:
Sabyasachi Chowdhury
Published on:
May 25, 2025
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