CSK ended the 2025 season on a high note with an 83-run victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) in Ahmedabad on May 25. The 43-year-old revealed that he remained uncertain about his future in his post-game comments. Dhoni scored 196 runs in 13 innings at an average of less than 25 and a strike rate of 135.17.
"Dhoni is CSK, and CSK is Dhoni. CSK could have been doing good or not alongside Dhoni, but he is still recovering money for the franchise. Dhoni knows that his best days are gone, but he is still playing and facing the criticism. It shows how much attached he is to the franchise," Wassan said (via Hindustan Times).
MS Dhoni's Captaincy Should Be Rated Based on the Team He Got - Atul Wassan
Atul Wassan came to Dhoni’s defense over criticisms of his captaincy in IPL 2025. Wassan said that even the best captains can only do so much with a weaker team. He stated that giving a struggling side like Zimbabwe to a legendary leader like Clive Lloyd wouldn't yield success.
MS Dhoni Took Over CSK Captaincy After Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Injury
MS Dhoni’s wicketkeeping form declined, with several missed chances, though he ended the season with 11 dismissals. CSK finished in last place in the points table for the first time in their 16-year IPL history, raising doubts about Dhoni’s future with the franchise.
Dhoni and the team management will have to make crucial decisions in the upcoming off-season. The 43-year-old remains the most successful captain in IPL history, with 136 wins across 235 matches and five titles with CSK.
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