Fri Nov 01 08:12:55 UTC 2024: ## CSK Retains Dhoni for INR 4 Crore, Sparking Controversy and Hilarious Reactions

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have retained captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, Matheesha Pathirana, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, and MS Dhoni ahead of the IPL 2025 auction. While Dhoni’s retention at a price tag of INR 4 crore dominated headlines, it was the new “uncapped” player rule that sparked the most conversation.

The rule, which states that any player who has not played for India in the last 5 years is considered “uncapped”, has led to a lot of humor from former Indian cricketers like Mohammad Kaif and Sanjay Manjrekar. Kaif praised CSK’s “smart” move, stating that they saved a significant amount of money by retaining Dhoni at a lower price, allowing them to acquire big-name players at the auction. He highlighted that the rule was brought back primarily due to the desire to see Dhoni play another year.

Manjrekar echoed Kaif’s sentiment, adding that the rule’s implementation seemed solely to enable Dhoni’s return. He hilariously pointed out that under the new rule, both he and Kaif would be considered “uncapped” players, as they haven’t played for India in the last five years.

The debate surrounding the rule and CSK’s strategy will continue to dominate headlines in the lead-up to the IPL 2025 auction. While the team’s fans are thrilled to see Dhoni back, the new “uncapped” player rule has brought about a wave of laughter and controversy.

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