MS Dhoni likely to play his first match of IPL 2026 for CSK on April 23: Report

MS Dhoni is likely to make his much-anticipated first appearance of IPL 2026 for Chennai Super Kings on April 23, in what could be a significant boost for the five-time champions. With CSK navigating a tricky start to the season, Dhoni’s expected return brings excitement among the viewers, as fans eagerly await a glimpse of their iconic ‘Thala’ back in action.

In the last game against KKR, CSK beat Kolkata by 32 runs to record their second consecutive victory in the Indian Premier League 2026 edition. After putting on 192/5 on board, CSK restricted KKR to 160/7, with Noor Ahmad returning excellent figures of 4-0-21-3.

After putting on 192/5 on board, CSK restricted KKR to 160/7, with Noor Ahmad returning excellent figures of 4-0-21-3.

Rovman Powell (31 not out) and Ramandeep Singh (35) fought well with valiant knocks but could not avert a defeat despite a 63-run stand.

Earlier, Sanju Samson (48) and Dewald Brevis (41) made useful contributions as Chennai Super Kings crossed 190. Ayush Mhatre hit six fours and two sixes to make 38 off 17 balls.

For KKR, Kartik Tyagi took 2/35 with the ball, while Sunil Narine returned figures of 4-0-21-1.