IPL 2025: On Sunday (May 25), MS Dhoni said he is not retiring from cricket yet. He made the announcement after leading Chennai Super Kings to a strong win over Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
“Not Saying I’m Done” – MS Dhoni’s Honest Take on His Future
There had been a lot of talk about whether the former India captain would end his career after this season. Many thought he might retire last year when he stepped down as CSK captain.
MS Dhoni chose not to retire and played in this season too. Before the match against Gujarat Titans on Sunday, he hinted at retirement, which got fans talking. The experienced wicketkeeper-batsman, now 43, said it’s getting harder to stay fit, and many thought he would announce his retirement after the game.
But for now, Dhoni hasn’t made a final decision. After the match, he said he still has time to think about it and that his decision will depend on how well he can maintain his fitness.
“It depends. I have 4-5 months to decide, there’s no hurry. Need to keep the body fit. You have to be at your best. If cricketers start retiring for their performance, some of them will retire at 22. Will go back to Ranchi, enjoy a few bike rides. I am not saying I am done, not saying I am coming back. I have the luxury of timing. Will think about it and then decide,” said MS Dhoni.
Right after he spoke about his future, many fans shared their reactions online. Check out the reactions of fans:
MS Dhoni said, "if cricketers start retiring for their performance, some of them will retire at 22".
– THE MSD SPECIAL AT THE POST MATCH PRESENTATION. 😂🔥 pic.twitter.com/aqJiHM5Spd
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 25, 2025
"If cricketers start retiring based on their performances then a few of them would retire by 22" – MS Dhoni 🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/JgNcKCXDtk
— 🎰 (@StanMSD) May 25, 2025
Dear MS Dhoni, don't even think about retiring. You are known for your comebacks.
CSK already has its squad for 2026, so you can go out on a high note next season, and you truly deserve it. pic.twitter.com/eJfwkWzqRc
— Selfless⁴⁵ (@SelflessCricket) May 25, 2025
🚨 THALA HINTS FOR IPL 2026 🚨
MS Dhoni said "I have 4-5 months to decide, there is no hurry". pic.twitter.com/kVogV8wrjb
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 25, 2025
Thala's last match as a captain. Proper dominant victory! pic.twitter.com/vXaMC2O4Yf
— ` (@WorshipDhoni) May 25, 2025
MS Dhoni said "There is lots of time, going to back to Ranchi, enjoy few bike rides – I not saying I am coming back or not coming back". pic.twitter.com/xcXPXLIf5Y
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 25, 2025
CSK Defeated GT By 83 Runs
MS Dhoni led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a big 83-run win over Gujarat Titans in their final match of the season. The five-time champions completely outplayed the top-ranked team and finished their campaign with a strong victory.
CSK batted first and scored 230/5 in 20 overs, with Devon Conway and Dewald Brevis both hitting half-centuries. In response, the Titans were all out for just 147 runs. Noor Ahmad and Anshul Kamboj stood out with the ball for CSK, each taking 3 wickets.
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