Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:05pm on 28 Mar 2026,Saturday Sports
Mahendra Singh Dhoni will miss the opening first two weeks of the Indian Premier League 2026 after suffering a calf strain, Chennai Super Kings confirmed in a statement. The 44‑year‑old veteran wicketkeeper‑batter is currently in rehabilitation and will likely miss CSK’s early matches, including their season opener against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. With Dhoni sidelined, Chennai are expected to reshuffle their lineup, with Sanju Samson taking on greater responsibility in batting and wicketkeeping roles. His absence is a major setback for CSK, given his experience and leadership influence on the team. (PC: The Hindu)