'Captain MS Dhoni is back': Internet goes bonkers after CSK confirm Ruturaj Gaikwad injury

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 10, 2025, 18:42 IST

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MS Dhoni will lead Chennai Super Kings again. Ruturaj Gaikwad is injured and will miss the rest of the IPL 2025. This news excites fans. Dhoni previously led CSK to five IPL titles. He took over the captaincy from Ravindra Jadeja in 2022. Now, he returns to lead the team. Fans are eager to see Dhoni's leadership.

'Captain MS Dhoni is back': Internet goes bonkers after CSK confirm Ruturaj Gaikwad injury

MS Dhoni and Ruturaj Gaikwad (Agency Photo)

NEW DELHI: The iconic yellow jersey will once again be led by its most beloved figure -- none other than MS Dhoni.
Chennai Super Kings confirmed on Thursday that current skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2025 due to a fractured elbow, paving the way for Dhoni's dramatic return as captain.

The news broke a day ahead of CSK’s much-anticipated home clash against Kolkata Knight Riders, sending fans into an emotional whirlwind.

Head coach Stephen Fleming announced the development, stating, “Ruturaj Gaikwad has been ruled out of the IPL with a fracture on his elbow. MS Dhoni will take over as captain for the rest of the season.”
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Social media platforms lit up within minutes of the confirmation.
From nostalgic tributes to emotional throwbacks of Dhoni’s past glories, fans hailed the return of “Captain Cool” as nothing short of poetic.

Dhoni, who handed over the captaincy to Gaikwad ahead of the 2024 season, has led CSK to five IPL titles: in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023.
His leadership legacy is unmatched in IPL history, and his return injects a fresh wave of hope into CSK’s campaign.
This isn't the first time Dhoni has returned to rescue the franchise.
In 2022, he reclaimed the captaincy mid-season from Ravindra Jadeja after a rough start.
Now, with Ruturaj sidelined, Dhoni once again steps into the spotlight—not just as a player, but as the leader fans swear by.
With the playoffs in sight, all eyes will be on "Thala" as he looks to script yet another legendary chapter in his already iconic CSK journey.

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