IPL 2025: MS Dhoni To Lead CSK After Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Injury, Fans Say “Ab Khel Badlega”
Many fans are expressing their excitement and support for their beloved Thala.
MS Dhoni has once again taken his place on the captain’s throne for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). This change comes after Ruturaj Gaikwad was unfortunately ruled out for the remainder of the IPL season due to an elbow injury. Ruturaj Gaikwad sustained the injury during CSK’s match against the Rajasthan Royals. The coach of CSK also responded. Read onto know!
CSK head coach Stephen Fleming stated that Ruturaj Gaikwad would be out of the tournament. He further announced that MS Dhoni would take over as captain for the rest of the IPL season. Well, the announcement of Dhoni’s return to captaincy has ignited a frenzy of reactions across the internet. Many fans are expressing their excitement and support for their beloved “Thala” taking charge once again. However, there’s also a sense of disappointment and concern for the injured Gaikwad.
One user wrote, “Thala is Back MS Dhoni returns as captain of Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2025 after Ruturaj Gaikwad is ruled out. The Lion leads the pride once again.” Another user expressing joy penned, “Yesterday I spoke about the striking similarities between 2010 & 2025 for CSK and today, Dhoni is #Captain again. From where it began, it’s all coming full circle. Khel ab badlega!”
He’s back with a bang….! The legend who once became the first uncapped player to captain an IPL side…..
— ડꫀꪜꫀꪀ🐥 (@Twilightlove_7) April 11, 2025
MS Dhoni Roars again..🔥🦁 #IPL2025 #MSDhoni #cskvskkrpic.twitter.com/FggNc1mo94
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The unexpected turn of events has sparked discussions and opinions on social media. Many fans and cricket analysts are wondering whether this change in leadership might impact CSK’s performance in the ongoing IPL season. For the unversed, under Dhoni’s influential captaincy, CSK has achieved remarkable success, securing five IPL titles in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023. What are your thoughts?
First Published: April 11, 2025 1:26 PM
