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Amid the swirling uncertainties surrounding MS Dhoni’s future in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Sunil Gavaskar, the esteemed former Indian captain turned commentator, reportedly made an unexpected plea to the iconic wicketkeeper-batsman of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
In a widely circulated post, Gavaskar, a fervent admirer of MSD, is heard expressing his desire that the former CSK stalwart never hangs up his boots from the IPL, suggesting that even the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) would likely have no objections to such a decision.
Furthermore, Gavaskar ventured to predict that Dhoni might unveil something significant on his 43rd birthday, slated for July 7. While discussions regarding Dhoni’s IPL future continue to fuel debates among fans and cricket pundits, Gavaskar’s remarks add another layer of intrigue to the ongoing speculation.
MS Dhoni should never retire from IPL: Sunil Gavaskar
Speculations abound regarding MS Dhoni’s potential absence from the IPL next season, particularly fueled by Chennai Super Kings’ failure to secure a playoff spot in IPL 2024 following a devastating loss to the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) two weeks ago.
The defeat not only shattered CSK’s aspirations for another IPL trophy but also appeared to disrupt what many envisioned as Dhoni’s graceful exit from the premier T20 league.
Post-match, Dhoni’s demeanor further ignited speculations as he left the stadium quietly without engaging with players, media, or making public appearances. Subsequently, his sighting riding a bike through the streets of Ranchi only added to the mystery surrounding his future plans, leaving fans and cricket analysts pondering.
Despite CSK’s reputation for transparent communication, the franchise has maintained silence on Dhoni’s future. Kasi Viswanathan, CSK’s CEO, has reiterated his lack of knowledge regarding the future plans of India’s most successful captain.
Nonetheless, optimism persists among many fans that the cricketing icon will make a comeback in the next season, aiming to lead CSK to a record sixth IPL title and further solidify his legacy with the ‘Yellove Army’.
Sunil Gavaskar anticipates a significant revelation from MS Dhoni on the occasion of his 43rd birthday.
With MS Dhoni’s 43rd birthday looming on July 7, speculation mounts regarding the possibility of the revered wicketkeeper using this milestone to unveil a pivotal decision regarding his IPL journey. Sunil Gavaskar’s recent social media remark has only intensified the conjecture.
Gavaskar floated the idea that Dhoni need not officially bid adieu to the IPL, proposing a scenario akin to the setup in the Davis Cup, where players contribute to the team’s cause without featuring in every match.
In a viral tweet posted by a user on X, Sunil Gavaskar said: “I feel he will make a big announcement on July 7. MS Dhoni should never announce retirement from the IPL. Instead, he should stop playing in it. Whenever Dhoni feels fine, he can return to the league. Even BCCI will not be able to stop him as he will not retire from the tournament.”
During the IPL 2024 final showdown between the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai, Gavaskar purportedly shared these insights while providing commentary. Shreyas Iyer’s squad clinched the championship with a commanding 8-wicket victory on May 26.
