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The legendary MS Dhoni returns to lead the charge for Chennai Super Kings in the upcoming IPL season. As a five-time champion captain, Dhoni’s tactical genius and legendary “cool” remain the heart of the CSK squad. With over 5,000 runs and nearly 200 dismissals to his name, his veteran presence is invaluable. Now designated as an uncapped player, the “Thala” continues to be the ultimate finisher and mentor as the franchise chases an unprecedented sixth championship title.
Cricket icon MS Dhoni is back in the Yellow Jersey for IPL 2025. Known for his unmatched leadership and finishing skills, the five-time winning captain remains the backbone of the Chennai Super Kings. Whether behind the stumps or with the bat, Dhoni’s presence as an uncapped retainee is the X-factor in CSK’s quest for a record-breaking sixth IPL title.
Batting & Fielding Stats
| Year | Mat | No | Runs | HS | Avg | BF | SR | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s | CT | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 278 | 100 | 5439 | 84* | 38.30 | 3957 | 137.45 | 0 | 24 | 375 | 264 | 158 | 47 |
| 2025 | 14 | 5 | 196 | 30* | 24.50 | 145 | 135.17 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 5 |
| 2024 | 14 | 8 | 161 | 37* | 53.67 | 73 | 220.55 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 0 |
| 2023 | 16 | 8 | 104 | 32* | 26.00 | 57 | 182.46 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| 2022 | 14 | 6 | 232 | 50* | 33.14 | 188 | 123.40 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 10 | 9 | 0 |
| 2021 | 16 | 4 | 114 | 18* | 16.28 | 107 | 106.54 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 13 | 0 |
| 2020 | 14 | 4 | 200 | 47* | 25.00 | 172 | 116.27 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 7 | 15 | 1 |
| 2019 | 15 | 7 | 416 | 84* | 83.20 | 309 | 134.62 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 23 | 11 | 5 |
| 2018 | 16 | 9 | 455 | 79* | 75.83 | 302 | 150.66 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 30 | 11 | 3 |
| 2017 | 16 | 4 | 290 | 61* | 26.36 | 250 | 116.00 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 16 | 10 | 3 |
| 2016 | 14 | 5 | 284 | 64* | 40.57 | 210 | 135.23 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 14 | 8 | 4 |
| 2015 | 17 | 5 | 372 | 53 | 31.00 | 305 | 121.96 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 17 | 8 | 3 |
| 2014 | 16 | 10 | 371 | 57* | 74.20 | 250 | 148.40 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 20 | 3 | 1 |
| 2013 | 18 | 5 | 461 | 67* | 41.90 | 283 | 162.89 | 0 | 4 | 32 | 25 | 15 | 2 |
| 2012 | 19 | 5 | 358 | 51* | 29.83 | 278 | 128.77 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 9 | 12 | 2 |
| 2011 | 16 | 4 | 392 | 70* | 43.55 | 247 | 158.70 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 23 | 5 | 5 |
| 2010 | 13 | 2 | 287 | 66* | 31.88 | 210 | 136.66 | 0 | 2 | 26 | 8 | 5 | 6 |
| 2009 | 14 | 5 | 332 | 58* | 41.50 | 261 | 127.20 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 9 | 4 | 4 |
| 2008 | 16 | 4 | 414 | 65 | 41.40 | 310 | 133.54 | 0 | 2 | 38 | 15 | 6 | 0 |
Bowling
| Year | Mat | Balls | Runs | WKTS | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 278 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
Dhoni Returns: The CSK Talisman Eyes a Sixth Title MS Dhoni is set to feature for Chennai Super Kings once again in the 2025 IPL season. Retained under the uncapped player rule, the veteran wicketkeeper-batter brings a wealth of experience, including 5,000+ career runs and nearly 200 dismissals. Beyond his statistics, Dhoni’s role as a finisher and strategic leader will be the cornerstone of CSK’s campaign as they aim to become the first team to secure six IPL trophies.
