Despite the off-season, the Indian Premier League (IPL) is abuzz with team strategies and potential player movements. With the auction drawing near, franchises are engaged in internal discussions to strategize for the new season. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have wasted no time. Their leading figures, MS Dhoni and Ruturaj Gaikwad, are currently in Chennai, working on plans for IPL 2026.
Dhoni and Gaikwad’s presence at the CSK base is a sign of their active involvement. Gaikwad has been training at the franchise’s high-performance center for a week, and Dhoni has joined him for team discussions.
While the specifics of these meetings remain confidential, it is evident that Dhoni and Gaikwad are shaping the strategy for the upcoming season. CSK had a challenging 2025 campaign. With Dhoni and Gaikwad leading the charge, the groundwork for IPL 2026 is progressing.