Will MS Dhoni retire during or after IPL 2025? Captain cool finally responds: 'It's not me who is deciding…'
As every IPL season kicks off, there's one familiar sight fans eagerly wait for - MS Dhoni walking out in the iconic yellow jersey of Chennai Super Kings . The legendary former India captain, who now restricts his cricket appearances solely to the IPL, continues to be a source of inspiration and speculation alike. But as 2025 unfolds, murmurs about Dhoni’s future have grown louder, especially given his batting position and fitness.
“Not right now (about retirement). I'm still playing IPL, and I've kept it very simple, I take it one year at a time,” Dhoni said.
He further explained, “I'm 43, by the time I'll finish this July, I'll be 44. I've 10 months to decide whether I've to play one more year. It's not me who is deciding, it's the body which tells you whether you can or cannot. One year at a time. Fully focussed on what needs to be done right now. We will see after that, after 8-10 months.”
As the season progresses, all eyes will remain firmly on Dhoni - not just for his on-field heroics, but for what could possibly be his final chapter in the IPL. But for now, the man himself remains unfazed, focused, and letting his body - and time - make the call.
Unusual Batting Order Raises Eyebrows
Early in the season, Dhoni was sent in to bat at No.9 during a tricky chase against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. In a surprising move, even Ravichandran Ashwin was promoted ahead of him, a decision that sparked further debate around the veteran’s role in the team. More recently, in a match against Delhi Capitals, Dhoni entered the crease in the 11th over with CSK in deep trouble at 74/5, chasing a steep 184-run target. He remained unbeaten on 30 off 26 balls, but the team fell short, and questions about his match-winning ability resurfaced.Dhoni Opens Up on His Future
With speculation swirling, Dhoni finally opened up about his plans in a pre-recorded podcast with Raj Shamani. In his trademark calm and grounded style, he clarified that he is taking things "one year at a time."You may also like
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“Not right now (about retirement). I'm still playing IPL, and I've kept it very simple, I take it one year at a time,” Dhoni said.
He further explained, “I'm 43, by the time I'll finish this July, I'll be 44. I've 10 months to decide whether I've to play one more year. It's not me who is deciding, it's the body which tells you whether you can or cannot. One year at a time. Fully focussed on what needs to be done right now. We will see after that, after 8-10 months.”
CSK’s Rocky Start in 2025
So far, it hasn’t been smooth sailing for Chennai Super Kings in this year’s IPL. With just one win in four games, the team is struggling to find its rhythm. Their lone victory came in their season opener, a tense four-wicket triumph over Mumbai Indians. Since then, CSK has failed to gather momentum, adding pressure on the team and its long-serving leader.As the season progresses, all eyes will remain firmly on Dhoni - not just for his on-field heroics, but for what could possibly be his final chapter in the IPL. But for now, the man himself remains unfazed, focused, and letting his body - and time - make the call.
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