Mumbai: MS Dhoni walking in to bat in the 9th or 10th over? Perish the thought. On Monday, Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming made it clear that those hoping to see the legend wield his willow early in the innings are in for disappointment. The reason? Dhoni’s knees have seen better days, and so has his ability to run amok for extended stretches.

In CSK’s latest IPL 2025 stumble—a six-run loss to Rajasthan Royals—Dhoni came in at No. 7, contributing a run-a-ball 16 in a chase of 183. Earlier, against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, he turned up at No. 9........

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