Reflecting on his leadership that propelled Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to its fifth IPL trophy in 2023, MS Dhoni asserted, “The easy thing would be to walk away, but I want to work hard for the next nine months and come back for another IPL season.” Despite speculations surrounding his retirement, Dhoni remained resolute, opting to continue playing.
As the nine-month period draws to a close and the new IPL season looms, MS Dhoni’s childhood friend, Paramjit Singh, shared a significant update on the legendary cricketer’s retirement intentions.
Singh, pivotal in Dhoni’s formative years, expressed confidence that the CSK skipper will extend his career beyond IPL 2024. “I do not think this will be his (Dhoni’s) last season. He is still fit. I think he will play one or two more seasons. He will definitely play one more season. The reason is he is fit,” Singh remarked, emphasizing Dhoni’s physical condition.
Singh’s remarks gained traction following a viral video showcasing Dhoni’s practice session, featuring a bat sporting a ‘Prime Sports’ sticker, linked to Paramjit Singh’s shop. Dhoni has consistently acknowledged the support of his childhood friends, particularly Singh, who facilitated his initial bat sponsorship—a narrative also portrayed in the biopic of MS Dhoni.
As defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) gear up for the 2024 season, the franchise’s players have commenced their pre-season training in Chennai. “The first batch of local (Indian) players arrived on Friday and more are expected to arrive in the coming days,” shared a Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) official.
The IPL 2024 season will commence on March 22, with the defending champions facing Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at their home ground, marking the beginning of another thrilling chapter in IPL history.