Mr. Dhoni every cricket enthusiast loves. quiet mind, clever captain, best finisher. He has been an IPL CSK (Chennai Super Kings) player since 2008. Continuing to play IPL even after leaving the Indian team in 2020. At the moment he is 43 years old. Retirement is still not happening. Why should one?
Let’s become elementary.
Long Distance: Dhoni and IPL
CSK paid a lot for Dhoni in the inaugural IPL season in 2008. He has remained CSK’s captain since that point. Five IPL championships under CSK’s leadership. Dhonis began to symbolize CSK. Thala, which implies leader, is how admirers know him.
Even after India retirement, he continues IPL. People are now questioning, “When Dhoni stop playing? ” He is not young any longer. He comes once a year nonetheless. Why?
Principal cause: Team need him.
Dhoni not trying to set marks. He often said that he plays for love instead of for money. He still thinks his mind is helping CSK. Though he doesn’t run as often as he used to, his captaining acumen is among the best.
Young CSK players look up to him. He heads, coaches, and fortifies them. So, Dhoni is still leader, teacher, and sometimes finisher.
Dhoni’s remarks on retirement?
“Will try one more season,” Dhoni told admirers after CSK won IPL 2023. My gift for viewers right now. Audience emotional. Many think the last IPL will be in 2024.
Wearing a T-shirt with coded Morse code, he landed Chennai for IPL 2024 practice. Some others think it could say something about retirement. Though Dhoni never clears, he is always calm.
“Dhoni will play final game in Chennai,” CSK CEO added. Still, it remains debatable whether it will be 2024 or later.
To participate in IPL 2025 too?
Something great is right here.
According BCCI, the India cricket board, a player would turn uncapped in the IPL if he hadn’t played an international match in five years.
Dhoni last represented India at the 2019 World Cup. He stopped work in 2020. Therefore, five years beyond 2025. CSK can therefore buy Dhoni as an uncapped player at a discounted rate.
Dhoni also injured his knee. Playing IPL 2023 in excruciating pain. He had knee operation later on. If his body allows, he may also play in IPL 2025. It depends on fitness.
Why at 43 Still playing?
Let’s identify some real causes:
Cricket thrills him.
“I play till I enjoy,” Dhoni never asserted. He is not after fame or fortune. He just loves the game.
At the stadium, Dhoni’s name is called out when he comes to bat. Fans run crazy. Love is one of the major reasons he comes annually.
Dhoni coaching young people like Ruturaj, Dube, and others is the mentorship role he plays. He preparing the team for what lies ahead. Like senior siblings.
He no longer begins whole innings. Last overs, though, he hit sixes. Top wicketkeeper as well. Rapid stump Cool Captain mentality.
Maybe final prize
Dhoni could try one more time in 2025 to hang up with another title if CSK falls short in 2024.
What Fans’ Beliefs Are
Some supporters ask, “Play forever Thala! ” Others remark, “Retire as legend with respect. “
Some fans wish for him to stay in team as coach or advisor. Maybe sit in dugout and train players. Nobody, on the other hand, wants to see him ousted. He ought to leave just when he wants.
The mystery surrounding Dhoni’s retirement is unresolved. He doesn’t clearly define anything. Perhaps 2024 comes last. Maybe not.
One certain thing, nevertheless, is that Dhoni will play as long as his body allows and he loves cricket. CSK got everything: trophies, love, memories.
Fans will approach every game as though it were their last. Since we never know when Thala says farewell.
Let us appreciate every six, every grin, every greeting until then. Dhoni is much more than just a player. He is feeling. Yellow cricket.
