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IPL 2026: 'I Feel This Could Be MS Dhoni's Last Season,' Says Aakash Chopra

Indian Premier League: Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes that the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, which will start on March 28, could be the last season for Chennai Super Kings (CSK )'s most experienced player, MS Dhoni, as Sanju Samson is ready to be his heir. Chopra also said that veteran should consider retirement if he continues only as an Impact Player for Chennai Super Kings this season. You dont run the team from the dugout, its not football. In cricket, you need to be on the field, and MS Dhonis biggest asset is his ability to read the game better than anybody else. That clarity and conviction are what make him who he is. In any case, I feel this could be his last season, Chopra told Jio Hotstar. He has the heir apparent now. Sanju Samson will eventually don the gloves, it could even happen at some stage during this season. Again, conditions apply in terms of MS Dhonis fitness and his knee. But he cannot be the Impact Player. If he is playing as an Impact Player, I think its time for him to hang up his boots, he added. You dont run the team from the dugout, its not football. In cricket, you need to be on the field, and MS Dhonis biggest asset is his ability to read the game better than anybody else. That clarity and conviction are what make him who he is. In any case, I feel this could be his last season, Chopra told Jio Hotstar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, MS Dhoni's role will be in focus when CSK start their campaign against Rajasthan Royals on March 30 at Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati. Article Source: IANS

24 Mar 2026 2:18 pm