MS Dhoni will play IPL for 2 more years: Suresh Raina

MS Dhoni’s retirement from the IPL has long been a topic of discussion among fans and cricket experts. The 43-year-old is currently playing in his 18th season, and once again, speculation about his retirement has resurfaced following a disappointing campaign for Chennai Super Kings. However, Dhoni’s longtime CSK and India teammate, Suresh Raina, believes that the legendary captain will continue playing for at least two more years.

MS Dhoni will play IPL for 2 more years: Suresh Raina

 

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In a recent interaction with Filmygyan, former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina confirmed that MS Dhoni will play the next two seasons of IPL. When asked about who could be CSK’s next wicketkeeper after MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina responded by saying that Dhoni will continue playing for the next two years.

Raina is a close friend of MS Dhoni. Both cricketers shared a good bond both on and off the field. Notably, both announced their retirements from international cricket on the same day.

However, Dhoni’s individual and Chennai Super Kings’ performance in IPL 2025 has been disappointing. The team is currently sitting at the bottom of the table with just three victories in 12 matches, and has already been knocked out of the playoff race.

Talk about MS Dhoni’s performance, the 43-year-old scored 180 runs in 12 matches with an average of 25.71 and a strike rate of 140.62. On multiple occasions, Dhoni came out to bat after Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.

The 43-year-old is currently leading the CSK as Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out of the season due to injury. As a team, Chennai Super Kings struggled in both the batting and bowling departments.

IPL 2025: ‘Not Sure If I’ll Play Next Game’ – Dhoni’s Words Spark Retirement Buzz

At the toss during CSK vs PBKS, Danny Morrison asked MS Dhoni, “Look at the reception. Does this mean you’re coming back next year as well?”

The 43-year-old replied, “Currently, I don’t know if I’m playing the next game or not.”