MS Dhoni Expected to Play All Matches for CSK in IPL 2026, Role Undecided

MS Dhoni is expected to play in every match of the upcoming IPL 2026 season for Chennai Super Kings, with CEO Kasi Viswanathan confirming his availability. Former CSK player Subramaniam Badrinath stated that no coach, including Stephen Fleming, would likely drop Dhoni or assign him solely as an impact player. Dhoni, 44, had a modest IPL 2025 season and his exact role in the team remains undecided, with management to determine his position as wicketkeeper or impact player.