Wed Apr 30 15:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Dhoni’s Future Uncertain as CSK Faces Elimination in IPL 2025
**Chennai, India** – MS Dhoni’s future in the Indian Premier League (IPL) remains shrouded in uncertainty after a cryptic response to a question about his potential return next season. Speaking ahead of Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) crucial match against Punjab Kings on Wednesday, Dhoni, when asked by commentator Danny Morrison if he would play next season, replied with a laugh, “I don’t know if I’m coming for the *next* game.”
The comment comes as CSK faces elimination from IPL 2025, currently languishing at the bottom of the points table with only two wins from nine matches. Dhoni acknowledged the team’s struggles, attributing them to significant roster changes following the recent auction and a failure to capitalize on home advantage.
The match itself saw Punjab Kings win the toss and elect to bowl first. Both teams made changes to their lineups. Punjab Kings replaced Prabhsimran Singh and Glenn Maxwell with Harpreet Brar and Suryansh Shedge, while CSK remained unchanged. Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer expressed confidence in his team’s preparations despite the absence of an injured player.
The outcome of Wednesday’s game will determine whether CSK’s season, and potentially Dhoni’s IPL career, comes to an end. Dhoni’s ambiguous statement leaves fans eagerly awaiting further clarification on the future of one of the IPL’s most iconic figures.
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