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  • IPL 2025 Players Retention Special FREE Live Streaming: Check Deadline, Date, Time And Where, When And How To Watch Live Telecast On TV, Mobile Apps, Online? , cricket news

    The countdown has begun as IPL franchises gear up to finalize their retentions ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. The much-anticipated retention deadline, set for Thursday, October 31, will see teams announce which players will remain part of their core squads for the next cycle. This year, IPL teams can only retain up to six players, either through direct retention or the return of the Right to Match (RTM) card, last used in 2018.

    Key Retention Rules And Price Structure

    Teams can retain a maximum of five capped and two uncapped players, but only six in total. The IPL Governing Council has also set retention price slabs: Rs 18 Crore, Rs 14 Crore, and Rs 11 Crore for three capped players, with further retention options at Rs 18 Crore and Rs 14 Crore for two additional capped players. For uncapped players, each will cost Rs 4 Crore. If a franchise opts for full retention, they’ll head into the auction with Rs 41 Crore remaining from the expanded Rs 120 Crore purse.

    Key Details for IPL Retention Special Show

    Date: Thursday, October 31, 2024 Retention Deadline: 5 PM IST

    When is the IPL 2025 Retention Deadline? The IPL 2025 Retention deadline is scheduled for Thursday, October 31, 2024. On this day, all ten franchises will reveal their lists of retained and released players ahead of the much-anticipated IPL Mega Auction, expected to take place in November 2024.

    What Time is the IPL 2025 Retention Deadline? The retention deadline is set for 5 PM IST on Thursday, October 31. By this time, all teams must submit their finalized lists of retained and released players to the BCCI and IPL Governing Council.

    How to Watch the IPL 2025 Retention Show Online and on TV? The IPL Retention Special Show will begin streaming at 4:30 PM IST on October 31, available for free on JioCinema. For television viewers, the program will also air on the Star Sports Network.

    Flexible Spending for Star Players

    Franchises have some flexibility within the Rs 75 Crore allocation for capped retentions. Teams could choose to retain a high-value player for more than the set Rs 18 Crore if they stay within the limit, though this would reduce their remaining auction purse. This flexibility allows teams to make adjustments and retain their biggest stars if they choose.

  • IPL 2025: MS Dhoni Ready To Play? CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan Gives Huge Update | cricket news

    MS Dhoni has put to rest any doubts about his participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season, bringing relief to the Chennai Super Kings. The team wasted no time in confirming that their iconic captain will indeed be playing in the next season.

    “When he is ready, what else (do) we want. We are happy,” franchise CEO Kasi Viswanathan told Cricbuzz on Saturday. Viswanathan’s statement follows Dhoni’s recent remarks, where he expressed his eagerness to enjoy the remaining years of his cricketing career.

    “I just want to enjoy whatever last few years of cricket I am able to play,” Dhoni was quoted as saying to TOI. “When you play cricket like a professional sport, it becomes difficult to enjoy it just like a game. That’s what I want to do. It’s not easy. (‘I Want To Enjoy The Game’: MS Dhoni’s Big Reveal On His IPL 2025 Participation For CSK)

    “The emotions keep coming, the commitments are there. I want to enjoy the game for the next few years. I have to keep myself fit for nine months, so that I can play two and a half months of IPL. You need to plan it out, but at the same time chill a bit.”

    While Dhoni’s announcement was largely anticipated, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) officials had been waiting for a final confirmation from him, which they expected by October 28. Now that Dhoni’s intentions are clear, the franchise is set to finalize its player retention decisions. Viswanathan confirmed that Dhoni will soon speak with N Srinivasan, the franchise owner, to finalize the retained players list.

    Dhoni, who will be in the uncapped category, will impact the auction price by just INR 4 crore. Ravindra Jadeja is expected to be the top retention, followed by Ruturaj Gaikwad. Matheesha Pathirana, a key CSK player, is believed to have agreed to be the third retention, with his manager sealing the deal in Chennai last week. Among Shivam Dube, Devon Conway, and uncapped player Sameer Rizvi, two are likely to be retained.

    The final decisions will be confirmed after Dhoni’s upcoming discussion with Srinivasan, with Dhoni expected to return to Ranchi from Goa in the next few days.

  • ‘Can’t Believe How Young He Looks’: MS Dhoni’s New Hairstyle Impresses Netizens – Check Out How Fans Reacted | cricket news

    In a surprising turn of events, cricketing legend MS Dhoni has unveiled a fresh new look that has left netizens buzzing with excitement. Known not just for his cricketing prowess but also for his iconic hairstyles, Dhoni has made headlines once again by opting for a shorter, more streamlined hairstyle, bidding farewell to his long locks that have been a part of his signature style for years.

    Check MS Dhoni’ New Look

    MS Dhoni’s new look. [Aalim Hakim] pic.twitter.com/nPbCIepRQ5

    —Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 12, 2024

    This transformation marks a significant departure from the flowing mane that fans have grown accustomed to over the years. Dhoni’s decision to change his hairstyle has not only caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts but has also sparked conversations across various social media platforms.

    MS Dhoni’s New Hairstyle Leaves Netizens Impressed

    Aging in reverse — vijay (@vijayfredie) October 12, 2024


    A new look a start of new era — (@SHEHRYAR7434) October 12, 2024


    Fire — Hamid Malik (@MalikHamid686) October 12, 2024

    MSD is timeless Can’t believe how young he looks — Saadi (@its_Saadi56) October 12, 2024

    Fans quickly took to Twitter and Instagram, expressing their admiration for Dhoni’s new look. Comments flooded in, with many praising the cricketing icon for his bold choice and stating that he continues to set trends both on and off the field. “MS Dhoni can pull off any look! Love the new hairstyle!” one fan tweeted, while another commented, “Dhoni’s new style is giving us all the vibes! A true trendsetter!”

    The change in hairstyle comes at a time when Dhoni is gearing up for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), where he might be part of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) once again. He left CSK’s captaincy last year and handed it over to Ruturaj Gaikwad. This new look adds a fresh flair as he prepares to embark on another season with the team. Fans and critics alike are eager to see how this new look will influence his presence both on and off the field.

    As the countdown to the IPL begins, fans will undoubtedly be watching closely not just for his batting but also to see how this stylish change plays out in the coming matches. With MS Dhoni, it seems there’s always something new to look forward to.

  • MS Dhoni Spotted Riding Bike On Ranchi Roads After CSK Crashed Out Of IPL 2024; Watch | cricket news

    MS Dhoni wasted no time after Chennai Super Kings (CSK) crashed out of IPL 2024, a couple of days back, and flew back to his hometown Ranchi with his family. A lot happened in CSK’s last league game which was against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru. After the game ended, Dhoni was spotted waiting for the RCB players on the sidelines before he decided to leave the field after seeing that RCB players were still busy celebrating their playoffs qualification. This match was a virtual quarter-final as the winner was going to the playoffs. While CSK needed to register a win or lose by a small margin, RCB needed to beat CSK by certain margin. The hosts were able to do so.

    Many are believing it to be Dhoni’s last IPL, saying he may not return to play next season. However, nothing is confirmed yet as ‘Thala’ himself is to speak anything on his retirement.

    Meanwhile, Dhoni is back at his home and took out his old bike for a ride through the city. A video went viral on the internet, two days after the match, in which Dhoni can be seen coming from a bike ride and entering his farmhouse located on the outskirts of Ranchi.

    Watch Dhoni’s bike ride video below:

    Thala Dhoni back to his routine life! ___@MSDhoni #MSDhoni #WhistlePodu pic.twitter.com/Yow2so0RXe

    — DHONI Era_ _ (@TheDhoniEra) May 20, 2024

    A controversy erupted after Dhoni left the field without the customary hand shake ritual after the match. Dhoni shook hands of the RCB staff and management after the game before entering the dressing room. Later, Virat Kohli was seen entering the CSK dressing room to meet Dhoni as he had sensed that something might not be right. Commentator Harsha Bhogle and former England captain Michael Vaughan spoke to Cricbuzz on the scenes and said that RCB players should have firstly shaken hands with the CSK players and then continued to celebrate their special win.

    Fans do not know whether this was Dhoni’s last match or not. Dhoni fans believe that RCB players should have given him some respect as it could turn out to the last time the world has seen Dhoni in a yellow jersey.

  • ‘Classless Players, Apni Aukaat Mat Bhulo’: CSK, RCB Fans Begin Social Media War After Faf du Plessis And Co ‘Neglect’ MS Dhoni | cricket news

    After the IPL 2024 clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), a controversy took place and interestingly it involved the former Chennai captain MS Dhoni, who has possibly played his last IPL. Dhoni has not yet announced his IPL retirement but with the way he thanked the Chennai crowd after their last match at home, it appears ‘Thala’ wants to bid goodbye to the only cricket tournament he plays after international retirement. Dhoni would have liked to end on a good note, with the record-making sixth IPL trophy. Alas, it was not to be.

    Also Read | WATCH: Ambati Rayudu In Tears As RCB Knock CSK Out Of IPL 2024

    CSK had themselves to be blamed as after starting well, their campaignd derailed and this season they lost more games at home than expected. In the end, they needed a simple win to qualify for the playoffs. But they batted poorly in the chase and could not achieve the cut-off score even to qualify.

    RCB, on the other hand, won 6 matches on the trot to qualify. They won some of these matches by good margin also which boosted their Net Run rate (NRR). They were on the cusp on being knocked out early but they picked up their game in the last 3 weeks and will now play the Eliminator vs Rajasthan Royals.

    RCB fought hard and had every right to celebrate the win over CSK in their lowest group match. The celebrations were extended on the ground. An upset MS Dhoni lined up in a queue to shake hands with the RCB players. Upon seeing their celebration, he left the ground after shaking hands with the support staff of the opposition camp.

    One cannot say whether Dhoni got angered by RCB’s extended celebrations over playoffs qualification on the field but cameras have recorded him leaving the ground.

    On social media, a sort of war has erupted since then. RCB fans are targeting Dhoni for not waiting to shake hands with opposition players. On the other hand, CSK fans are also alleging that RCB players did not show respect to a senior player like MSD by ignoring him.

    One Twitter user, who happens to be a CSK fan, wrote that RCB players are classless and the should not forget that Dhoni won 5 IPL titles for CSK and should have been respected. The RCB fans also gave fitting replies to the CSK fan, saying that all MSD had to was walk 50 meters or less to shake hands.

    Check out RCB and CSK fans at loggerheads below:

    The classless RCB players who took turns to do cartwheels on the field like they had won the IPL trophy making the 5 times champions CSK team wait forever. Cricbuzz rightly criticized the RCB players for not shaking hands with #Dhoni. No class.

    Apni Aukaat mat bhulo#RCBvsCSK pic.twitter.com/iDpiu4Xe1k — Riya Sharma (@RiyaSharma9724) May 19, 2024

    Its Matter Of just 30 Seconds

    Ms Dhoni Couldn’t Walk 50meters For 30 Seconds To Shake Hands? pic.twitter.com/PY78qEu7gA

    — kanuga (@kanuga1431) May 19, 2024

    This man could walk to the pitch when he was already out just to argue with umpires on a no-ball but can’t walk 50m to shake hands with opposition?? What happened to spirit of cricket??https://t.co/LKa7TPIOIU — Akshay (@aksh__96) May 19, 2024

    The mystery continues over Dhoni’s future at CSK. Is he going to come back to win another title for Chennai next season as a player. Experts say that if BCCI keeps the Impact Player rule, in which 12 players can take part in an IPL game across the two innings, there are more chances for aging Dhoni playing next season again. The rule gives him the cushion to play purely as a batter lower down the order.

  • ‘Definitely…’: Has MS Dhoni Played His Last IPL Game? Suresh Raina Replies After CSK Knocked Out Of IPL 2024 By RCB | cricket news

    An image of crestfallen MS Dhoni went viral online as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) went closer and closer to defeat and early exit from IPL 2024. He was sitting in the dugout with no expression on his face yet it said many things. Dhoni has not said it yet but this is believed to be his last time in a yellow jersey. When CSK played their last match at Chepauk, the fans were asked to stay back and they did as Dhoni did a walk of honor and thanked them for their backing and support. The actions have said that this was Dhoni’s last IPL but the man himself has not said that himself. With CSK getting knocked out, is he going to return one more time?

    Also Read | WATCH: Faf Du Plessis Stunned As Virat Kohli Hits Six On Roof Of Chinnaswamy During RCB Vs CSK IPL 2024 Match

    Dhoni’s best friend and former India and CSK teammate Suresh Raina believes so. Speaking to the commentators after CSK were knocked out by RCB, Raina was asked if we have seen Dhoni for the last time in IPL, the former player said, “Definitely not”.

    It will be interesting to see what decision Dhoni makes now that his IPL 2024 has come to an end. He was looking to win CSK their sixth IPL trophy to make them the most successful IPL franchise of all time. But that cannot happen now until 2025.

    Coming to the match, CSK were not helped by the fact that their captain Ruturaj Gaikwad got out for a golden duck. Rachin Ravindra did hit 61 off 37 balls but others really gave up their guns.. It was a chase of 218 and even if CSK had to lose the match, they had to lose by 18 runs or less to ensure they were going to the playoffs. .

    Ravindra Jadeja hit an unbeaten 42 off 22 balls and Dhoni smashed 13-ball 25 but in the end, it was not enough. RCB, on the back of this impressive win, go into playoffs and will play the Eliminator on May 22. They must win three games on the trot to win the title. Two weeks ago, they were on the cusp going out. But they have played really well to come out of the slumber and reach the top four.

  • IPL 2024: Rinku Singh Explains ‘Bhul Gaya Jo Mahi Bhai Ne Bola Tha’ Viral Statement

    IPL 2024: Rinku Singh’s hilarious video went viral in which he told he forget what MS Dhoni tipped him after his meeting with the legend.

  • MS Dhoni’s Arrival Leaves Andre Russell Covering His Ears In Awe of Chepauk’s Roar, Video Goes Viral – Watch | cricket news

    The roar from the crowd at the MA Chidambaram Stadium reached a deafening 125 decibels as Mahendra Singh Dhoni strode out to the crease in the final overs of Chennai Super Kings’ run chase against the Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday. The sight of the iconic CSK captain was enough to send the passionate Chepauk faithful into a frenzy, leaving Kolkata all-rounder Andre Russell with no choice but to cover his ears to shield himself from the thunderous ovation.

    Andre Russell closing his ears due to the cheers from crowd when MS Dhoni in the batting at Chepauk._

    – THE CRAZE & AURA OF DHONI IS UNREAL, THE BRAND…!!!!__ pic.twitter.com/jf8RIr5fTr — CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) April 8, 2024

    CSK, chasing a modest target of 138, were cruising at 141/3 with 14 balls to spare when Dhoni arrived, the game all but settled. But for the Chennai crowd, who worship their beloved “Thala”, the mere presence of their talismanic leader was worth celebrating like a match-winning six.

    Earlier, it was another CSK star, Ravindra Jadeja, who laid the platform for the convincing seven-wicket victory. The left-arm spinner was the architect of Kolkata’s undoing, returning brilliant figures of 3/18 to restrict the visitors to a below-par 137/9.

    Jadeja struck crucial blows in the middle overs, removing the dangerous Sunil Narine and Angkrish Raghuvanshi to derail Kolkata’s innings. The defending champions then overhauled the target with consummate ease, led by an unbeaten 67 off 58 balls from opener Ruturaj Gaikwad.

    Gaikwad laid the foundation with a 70-run stand for the second wicket with Daryl Mitchell (25) before impact substitute Shivam Dube’s blistering 28 off just 18 deliveries sealed the deal for Chennai.

    While the result may have been expected given CSK’s pedigree at home, the real highlight of the evening was undoubtedly Dhoni’s grand entrance. As the former India captain made his way to the crease, the noise levels peaked, drowning out the commentary and audio feed.

    Seasoned campaigner Russell, no stranger to raucous crowds himself, was taken back by the sheer intensity of the Chepauk crowd’s adulation for Dhoni. The West Indian all-rounder was seen comically covering his ears, a testament to the unprecedented popularity of the Chennai icon.

    “I easily think this man is the most loved cricketer in the world,” Russell later wrote on social media, capturing the sentiment perfectly.

    Indeed, Dhoni’s legacy transcends the boundaries of the sport. For the CSK faithful, he is more than just a cricket star – he is an emotion, a symbol of pride, and the very heartbeat of the franchise. And when he walks out to bat, the fans make sure the entire stadium reverberates with their unadulterated love and admiration.

    As Dhoni strode out to the middle, the game was all but over. But the Chennai crowd refused to let the moment pass without savoring every bit of it. Their thunderous ovation echoed through the stadium, drowning out the commentators and leaving the opposition in awe.

    In the end, CSK cruised to victory, but the real winner on the night was the unbreakable bond between Dhoni and his adoring Chepauk faithful. It was a testament to the enduring legacy of one of cricket’s greatest icons, a moment that will be etched in the memories of all those fortunate enough to witness it live.

  • IPL 2024: MS Dhoni Smashes Huge Sixes Ahead Of CSK Vs KKR Match With Suresh Raina In Presence – WATCH | cricket news

    Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter MS Dhoni hit some long sixes in the nets ahead of his side’s Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Monday. Chennai Super Kings will lock horns against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Chepauk Stadium on Monday. Super Kings are positioned number 4 in the points table with two wins and as many losses. They have lost two successive games to Delhi Capitals (DC) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). On the other hand, the Shreyas Iyer-led team will enter the game with three wins from their three games, sitting at the second place in the table.

    IPL posted a video of MS Dhoni smashing some massive sixes on their official

    Chennai

    sound

    #TATAIPL #CSKvKKR pic.twitter.com/7CPnrl9Ysa

    IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 8, 2024

    “Chennai Sound Just MS Dhoni things #TATAIPL | #CSKvKKR,” tweeted IPL. (IPL 2024: Gautam Gambhir’s Bold Statement On MS Dhoni Ahead Of CSK vs KKR Will Leave You Amazed – WATCH)

    Dhoni has batted twice in the IPL. In the match against DC, he played a fiery knock of 37* in 16 balls, with four boundaries and three sixes. He destroyed DC pacer Anrich Nortje in the final over, hitting him for 20 runs. In the next match against SRH, Dhoni scored an unbeaten 1*.

    Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: Philip Salt(w), Sunil Narine, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Andre Russell, Shreyas Iyer(c), Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Mitchell Starc, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Anukul Roy, Suyash Sharma, Manish Pandey, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Dushmantha Chameera, Srikar Bharat, Nitish Rana, Chetan Sakariya, Sherfane Rutherford, Sakib Hussain, Allah Ghazanfar

    Chennai Super Kings Squad: Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Ajinkya Rahane, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Daryl Mitchell, MS Dhoni(w), Moeen Ali, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana, Mukesh Choudhary, Shardul Thakur, Shaik Rasheed, Mitchell Santner, Sameer Rizvi, Devon Conway, Mustafizur Rahman, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Prashant Solanki, Simarjeet Singh, RS Hangargekar, Matheesha Pathirana, Nishant Sindhu, Aravelly Avanish.

  • After MS Dhoni’s World Cup Winning Six In 2011, What Happened To THAT Cricket Ball? Who Kept It? Know Here | cricket news

    On this day, 13 years ago, India lifted their second ODI World Cup trophy at Wankhede stadium in Mumbai. It was MS Dhoni who ‘finished things off in style’. The words of Ravi Shastri, who called India’s win on air, is still ringing in the ears of Indian fans who watched it live on the TV. India chased down 275-run target given by Sri Lanka to win the final and kickstarted celebrations that lasted almost a month. India fans had been waiting for a World Cup trophy for 28 years. The wait came to an end thanks to a massive six by Dhoni.

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    Did you know that the spot at which Dhoni’s six landed has been demarcated by Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). It was Ajinkya Naik, MCA Apex Council member, who came up with the idea of ​​demarcating the seat where Dhoni’s World Cup-winning six landed. The seat where the ball had landed, is 210 in MCA Pavilion L Block.

    While the seat was demarcated, for a long time, it was not known where that cricket ball went. The ball that Dhoni sent for six to Block A was never found. Ten years after the six, the ball was located. It was none other than India legend Sunil Gavaskar who helped find it.

    Below is the location where that Dhoni six landed:


    One of Gavaskar’s friend’s friend was sitting on the same seat which has now been demarcated. He, reportedly, wrote a letter to Naik and informed him about the same upon learning that the seats have been demarcated in honor of Dhoni.

    As per India Today, MCA had plans in place to open a museum where the same ball would be kept for fans to come and see it.

    It has been 13 years and counting since India last won an ODI World Cup, and 11 years since an ICC trophy win. Last year, India came very close to winning their third World Cup title but lost to Australians in the one-sided final at Ahmedabad. India aim for another ICC trophy at this year’s T20 World Cup 2024. If India win the tournament to be held in USA and West Indies, it will be their sixth ICC trophy. India have won 1983 and 2011 WC, 2013 Champions Trophy while 2022 was shared between India and Sri Lanka. India also won the 2007 T20 World Cup.