Why did MS Dhoni miss CSK vs DC clash of IPL 2026?
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MS Dhoni has not played any games for CSK in IPL 2026 so far.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are clashing with Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 18 of the Indian Premier League 2026, which commenced on April 11 (Saturday) at Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Ruturaj Gaikwad & Co. have lost three games in a row and are still desperate for their first victory of the season.
They lost their previous games against the Rajasthan Royals, PBKS, and RCB. CSK languish in the last spot in the IPL 2026 points table.
On the other hand, the Delhi Capitals have won two out of three matches and lost one. They won their first two matches by six wickets each against Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians. In their previous game, they lost by just one run in a close-fought clash against the Gujarat Titans (GT).
In the match 18 of IPL 2026, DC won the toss and opted to field first. MS Dhoni is still absent from CSK’s playing XI. He was also not part of the previous three games of the tournament.
Why is MS Dhoni not part of CSK’s playing XI vs DC?
Just ahead of the tournament, MS Dhoni suffered a calf injury in the pre-season training. As a result, he was ruled out of the initial games of the tournament.
Ahead of the tournament, the CSK management had informed that Dhoni would miss the first two weeks due to the injury. He has been undergoing rehabilitation in Chennai. He has commenced his practice sessions with the team.
Some reports have claimed that Dhoni will be back in the next game against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). In his absence, Sanju Samson has executed the wicketkeeping duties for CSK.
Why is MS Dhoni not part of the CSK vs DC clash?
Dhoni is recovering from a calf injury.
What is the venue of the CSK vs DC match of IPL 2026?
The venue of the encounter is the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
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