Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings are looking for a wicketkeeper at the big player auction regardless of former skipper MS Dhoni's decision.

MS Dhoni returned to India on Wednesday, fuelling speculations over his IPL future as the BCCI is expected to announce the rules for player retention this week.

MS Dhoni’s influence on CSK is unparalleled. Under his leadership, CSK has secured four IPL titles, and his tactical brilliance is often credited for making CSK one of the most consistent franchises in the league.

A newspaper report states that MS Dhoni has not given CSK any clarity on whether he will continue playing for them.

Former India skipper MS Dhoni has not confirmed whether he will be available for IPL 2025, according to a report in The Indian Express. Although many reports indicate that CSK would retain Dhoni irrespective of retention rules, a clear availability remains unknown.

CSK: IPL franchises are finalizing their retention lists for the upcoming mega auction, with BCCI yet to confirm the number of retentions allowed. Chennai Super Kings have shortlisted five players, including MS Dhoni,

Former India captain MS Dhoni has not yet confirmed his availability for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, according to a report.

MS Dhoni landed in India amid the building anticipation over his retention in CSK franchise for IPL 2025. The BCCI and IPL governing council are expected to announce the retention rules soon.

Will the announcement be made today? We are edging close to 10:00 PM IST, and there has been no announcement yet! IPL 2025 Player Retention

Chennai Super Kings will be hard-pushed to retain MS Dhoni if BCCI allows only five retentions ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction in November.