after full expenditure IPL 2026 season Away from the limelight, MS Dhoni made a welcome return to the cricket field on Wednesday when he attended the opening ceremony of the inaugural Jharkhand T20 League in Ranchi.A video of the event immediately caught the attention of fans, showing the former India captain stepping forward to perform the ceremonial coin toss before the opening match. It was a familiar scene for cricket fans who missed seeing Dhoni in action during the IPL season.The 45-year-old had to sit out of IPL 2026 due to injury, ending a remarkable run of participation in the tournament. For the first time since the start of IPL in 2008, Dhoni watched the entire season from the sidelines. Chennai Super Kings proceeded without their esteemed former captain.So his presence in Ranchi was important not only for the new tournament but also for the fans eager to get a glimpse of one of India’s greatest cricketers.Dhoni, dressed in a black polo shirt and sunglasses, looked relaxed and interacted with the officials and players before taking his place in the stands. The crowd responded with a loud cheer, a reminder of the affection he continues to enjoy in his home state.Watch: The competition features six teams – Ranchi Titans, Jamshedpur Steelers, Chhota Nagpur Royals, Koyalanchal Super Kings, Dhanbad Diamonds and Santhal Strikers.A total of 27 matches, including semi-finals and finals, will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in the next two weeks.For Jharkhand cricket, Dhoni’s presence added instant credibility to the tournament.