MS Dhoni accused of keeping CSK in the dark; management member becomes whistleblower

The buzz over MS Dhoni’s retirement is back and louder than ever, as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is gearing up to play their last league match of IPL 2025 against Gujarat Titans on May 25 in Ahmedabad. Ahead of their final game, CSK assistant coach Sridharan Sriram admitted that there’s no clarity on whether MS Dhoni will continue or retire from the IPL.

With speculation heating up once again, Sridharan Sriram added fuel to the fire by revealing that even the CSK camp is in the dark over MS Dhoni’s future plan. Even with the final game on the horizon, Dhoni has left everyone guessing yet again.

CSK in dark over MS Dhoni's IPL future: Sridharan Sriram

As the cricket world eagerly awaits MS Dhoni’s decision, the CSK icon reportedly plans to take eight more months before making any decision about his future in IPL 2026. But Sriram has made it clear that he has no idea what Dhoni is planning next.

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Sridharan Sriram said at the pre-match press conference on MS Dhoni's future in the IPL, “Not as much as I know. Really don't know what is going to happen.”

However, the former Bangladesh coach said that Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming, captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Dhoni have a grip on the team’s issues and future strategy after their failure to reach the playoffs in back-to-back seasons.

The assistant bowling coach further noted, “I think the good thing is Fleming and MS, Ruturaj. They've got a clear idea of what went wrong and what needs to be done. So, I think the road ahead is quite clear, which I think is a real positive.”

Sridharan Sriram defends CSK’s middle order amid IPL 2025 horror

Meanwhile, Sriram has defended CSK’s middle order, saying it’s unfair to blame just one area for their dismal performances this season. However, the assistant coach said the team has clarity on what needs to be done moving forward, which is a big positive.

The CSK coach further explained, “It's not only about the middle order; cricket is such a complex game. So, I think it's just not about the middle order; it's just about how we have played the whole year and how the results have gone.

So, it's very unfair to put a finger on any one specific thing. But the good thing is, as I said, we're very clear on the road ahead. So, I think that's a real good positive going forward.”

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Sridharan Sriram hails Sai Sudharsan after maiden Test call-up

Sriram also hailed the Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan after he was named in India’s squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England starting on June 20. He signed off by saying, “I think he's [Sai Sudharsan] an amazing player. There's no doubt about it. His work ethic, the way he's really blossomed as a batsman in the last 24 months, I think is phenomenal.”

Notably, Chennai Super Kings is having a tough season, sitting at the bottom of the IPL 2025 points table with only three wins, seven losses, and just six points to their name. They will play their final game against the Gujarat Titans on May 25 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.