Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the timeless maestro of Indian cricket, is back where he belongs—smashing balls in the nets. With IPL 2026 slated for March, the 44-year-old superstar has begun his buildup, courtesy of a JSCA-shared video that’s taking social media by storm.
Filmed at Ranchi, the clip features Dhoni padding up and dominating bowlers, even pausing for a chat with JSCA’s Saurabh Tiwari. The association’s caption summed it up perfectly: ‘Look who’s back. JSCA’s pride: Mahendra Singh Dhoni.’ It’s a nod to the local legend’s unbreakable bond with Jharkhand.
Marking his 17th season with CSK, Dhoni continues to defy age. International retirement in 2020 shifted his focus solely to IPL, where he’s a five-time title-winning captain. Last campaign’s struggles—CSK’s last-place finish with four victories, Dhoni’s 196 runs in 13 knocks—only fuel his fire.
His IPL numbers are elite: 278 games, 5,439 runs at 38.80, 24 fifties, best 84*. Dhoni’s not just a player; he’s CSK’s soul.
From lifting India’s first T20 World Cup in 2007 to the 2011 ODI crown, his leadership is etched in history. Awards like Padma Bhushan and Khel Ratna affirm his greatness.
This early prep signals big things ahead. Can Dhoni orchestrate CSK’s revival in IPL 2026? The cricketing world watches with bated breath as the finisher extraordinaire reloads.