NEW DELHI: Fans are eagerly anticipating the return of their beloved 'Thala'
Mahendra Singh Dhoni
as he gears up to grace the field in the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League.
The speculation surrounding whether IPL 2023 marked Dhoni's final appearance for the Chennai Super Kings took a backseat when the legendary captain, who led India to victory in the 2011 World Cup, confirmed his availability for the upcoming season.
As the
IPL 2024
prepares to commence on March 22, CSK took to their social media platforms to share a momentous event - the unveiling of the iconic No. 7 jersey, adorned with Dhoni's name, in a grand ceremony.
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CSK made it to the playoffs twelve times in fourteen seasons, which solidifies their status as a consistent challenger for the IPL trophy.
With five titles each, the Dhoni-led side share the record for most title victories in the tournament's history with the Mumbai Indians (MI).
Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar also expressed his unwavering confidence in the CSK ability to once again storm into the playoffs of the IPL 2024.
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"If you see the purchases they did at the auction table, the aspects they had to strengthen, it seemed like they lacked a little in bowling last year and in batting also they had to strengthen the middle order slightly after Ambati Rayudu's retirement, they have done all that. They have a good mix of youth and experience," Gavaskar said on Star Sports.
"So, I feel CSK will definitely come in the top four as always. You cannot say any team 'definitely yes' as favorites. However, the way the Chennai Super Kings have performed for so many years, they have qualified in 12 of the 16 editions. So it's likely to happen for the 13th time," the former India captain added.
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