IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to release MS Dhoni?

As the speculations for the highly awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction, it has come into the limelight that heavy clouds are looming on MS Dhoni’s potential retention by Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is all set to announce the player retention rules ahead of the forthcoming auctions. In what would be a huge breather for the franchises, recent reports have revealed that the regulatory body could give out a clear picture of the number of players that can be retained as well as whether the right-to-match (RTM) will be used or not.
It is worth noting that Dhoni is currently in the United States of America (USA) and there is still no official confirmation from him whether he will feature in the upcoming IPL edition or not.
No clear picture of MS Dhoni’s retention as IPL 2025 auction comes closer
According to a report by Indian Express, the CSK management is awaiting Dhoni’s approval to decide the players the franchise is going to retain.
“We are yet to hear from him. Once the BCCI makes a formal decision on the number of retentions, we will have a clear picture,” sources have said as quoted by .
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Dhoni has been synonymous with the IPL for over a decade and a half, especially with the CSK. His leadership, calm demeanor, and game-changing abilities have left an indelible mark on the league and cricket fans worldwide. As whispers about his potential retirement grow louder, one thing is certain: the Jharkhand-born decides to bow out, he deserves a farewell season like no other.
For millions of fans, Dhoni isn’t just a favorite player; he’s a part of their cricketing identity. The thought of the IPL without the 43-year-old would undoubtedly leave a void. Fans deserve to see their hero walk out one last time, knowing it’s the final chapter of a glorious career.