chennai super kings Fans are excited after MS Dhoni was spotted training ahead of the match intense pulsed light A match against Kings XI Punjab in 2026 has raised hopes of an early return.Dhoni missed CSK’s first match against Rajasthan Royals and the team confirmed that he will be out for around two weeks with a calf strain. He did not travel with the team to Guwahati and was ruled out ahead of the season opener. However, a recent video shared on CSK’s official social media showed Dhoni carrying his kit and attending training sessions, sparking speculations about his fitness and availability. While his return has yet to be officially confirmed, his presence in training has boosted fans’ optimism.Interestingly, Dhoni also participated in training ahead of the opener but was later ruled out, making this latest development even more intriguing. The resurfaced visual has now reignited questions over whether the veteran could return sooner than expected.Chennai Super Kings (CSK) got off to a bad start in IPL 2026, suffering a heavy defeat against Rajasthan Royals in their first match. Batting first, CSK were bowled out for just 127, struggling to build partnerships and losing wickets regularly. Despite Jamie Overton batting, their batting lacked momentum. In reply, Rajasthan Royals easily chased down the target in just 12.1 overs, which also exposed CSK’s bowling issues.If Dhoni does return against Kings XI Punjab, it will be a huge boost for CSK, both in terms of experience and leadership. His performance in the locker room and on the field could play a crucial role as the team looks to bounce back in the tournament.Chennai Super Kings (CSK) upcoming matchesMarch 30 – vs. Rajasthan Royals (Guwahati)April 3 – vs Kings XI Punjab (Chennai)April 5 – vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (Bengaluru)April 11 – vs Delhi Capitals (Chennai)April 14 – vs Kolkata Knight Riders (Chennai)April 18 – vs. Sunrisers HyderabadApril 23 – vs Mumbai Indians (Mumbai)April 26 – vs. Gujarat Titans (Ahmedabad)May 2 – vs Mumbai Indians (Chennai)May 5 – vs Delhi Capitals (Delhi)May 10 – vs. Lucknow Supergiants (Chennai)May 15 – vs Lucknow Supergiants (away)May 18 – vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (Chennai)May 21 – vs. Gujarat Titans (Chennai)
