Chennai Super Kings Remain Committed to MS Dhoni’s Legacy
In a recent conversation with former CSK star Ambati Rayudu, Chennai Super Kings’ CEO Kasi Viswanathan affirmed the franchise’s unwavering commitment to their legendary captain, MS Dhoni. Dhoni, who relinquished the CSK captaincy last season, was retained by the franchise for the 2025 IPL edition as an uncapped player for INR 4 crore.
“As far as Mahi bhai (brother) is concerned, you know he keeps everything to himself. It comes out at the last moment only. Knowing the passion he has for CSK, and also knowing the following he has, and he also mentioned in one of the interviews that he’ll play his last game in Chennai, we’re hoping that he will continue as far as CSK is concerned. As long as MS wants to play, the doors are open. Knowing him, his commitment, and his dedication, I’m sure he’ll always take the right decision.”
Apart from retaining Dhoni, CSK managed to hold on to their core Indian players, including Ruturaj Gaikwad (INR 18 crore), Ravindra Jadeja (INR 18 crore), and Shivam Dube (INR 12 crore). Additionally, the franchise retained Matheesha Pathirana as their lone overseas star with an INR 13 crore contract.
Retention Strategy
Viswanathan elaborated on the team’s retention strategy, stating:
“As always, you (Rayudu) know better than me about the culture at CSK in the sense that we have always tried to have the core of the team. Initially, we had conversations with both Ruturaj the captain and also MS along with Fleming before we decided on the retentions. And, we were very clear that the players would help the team to grow, (those) who had stabilized the team in the previous years.”
With the 100-ball cricket live, backyard cricket, beach cricket, club cricket, and fantasy club cricket enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the upcoming IPL season, Chennai Super Kings’ unwavering support for their legendary captain, MS Dhoni, is sure to generate significant buzz among the fanbase.
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