Panaji ,oct 27
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star MS Dhoni has nearly confirmed his participation in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), stating that he simply wants to enjoy whatever cricket he can play in his remaining years.After CSK’s unexpected exit in the group stage of IPL 2024, Dhoni had been reserved about his plans for the next edition of the league.The deadline for all ten franchises to submit their list of retained players is set for October 31, ahead of the mega auction.For this upcoming edition, CSK has the option to retain Dhoni as an uncapped player, following a rule change. The IPL has reinstated the rule scrapped in 2021, allowing players to be considered uncapped if they have retired from international cricket for five years.Speaking at an event in Goa, Dhoni shared that professional sport often makes it difficult for a player to enjoy the game purely. The 43-year-old said he now wants to savour the game for the next few years.”I just want to enjoy whatever last few years of cricket I’m able to play, like how during our childhood we used to go out and play at 4 pm, just enjoying the game. But with professional sport, it becomes challenging to enjoy the game as just a game. There are emotions and commitments, but I want to enjoy it for the next few years,” Dhoni told ESPNcricinfo.Reflecting on his batting position in IPL 2024, Dhoni explained his straightforward approach, mentioning that since others were performing well, he didn’t see the need to bat higher up.
