MS Dhoni’s net session boosts CSK’s morale for Mumbai clash
MS Dhoni has given hope to Chennai Super Kings as they prepare for the El Clasico clash against Mumbai Indians. The former Indian captain has returned to the nets this time wearing wicket-keeping gloves. Dhoni, who has been away from the field this season due to a calf muscle strain, remained out of action for the first two weeks of the tournament.
Despite being absent from the matches, Dhoni has been actively training in the nets Even went to Hyderabad with CSK team for the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, he did not participate in the game, leaving fans eagerly awaiting his return to the league.
On Tuesday, April 21, CSK shared a video of Dhoni practicing in the nets wearing gloves. The CSK legend looked excited and made fun of the batsman after stumping him. Full video is available to watch.
No clarity on Dhoni’s return
There is no confirmation from CSK yet regarding when Dhoni will return to the field. Questions remain about whether Dhoni will be a regular in the starting eleven or will he be used as an impact option when Chennai is batting.
When asked about Dhoni’s return, batting coach Michael Hussey said, “Not really, I’m not sure.” “He’s progressing well with his rehab, and I’m pleased with how he’s batting.”
Sanjay Manjrekar has expressed concern over how CSK will manage Dhoni’s return.Explaining, “Maybe, but then you have to play Dhoni on the field. And how do you do that? Increasingly, he is finding it difficult to bowl. It was a bit of a joke when he came down to face three or four balls and the coverage publicized it as ‘What an innings’. It lasted four balls.”
Manjrekar added, “So that’s not possible now, and it’s never going to be a long-term solution. I can’t pretend to know how Ruturaj felt when MS was on the field but not captaining, when he wasn’t there at all.”
Dhoni has a strong record against Mumbai Indians, having played 44 matches and scored 772 runs at an average of over 35.
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