MS Dhoni sidelined with calf injury before IPL 2026 opener

Chennai Super Kings' superstar MS Dhoni is sidelined with a calf strain and will miss the first two weeks of IPL 2026. The injury was confirmed by CSK just days before their opening match against Rajasthan Royals. But fear not, CSK has plenty of wicket-keeping options lined up to fill in while Thala recovers. Get well soon, MS!