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**Chennai Super Kings Begin Rebuild, Dhoni Says Focus is on Identifying Key Players for Next Season**

**Delhi, India –** The Chennai Super Kings (CSK), already eliminated from playoff contention in the IPL, have begun their rebuilding process for next season, according to captain MS Dhoni. Speaking before their match against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Delhi on Tuesday, Dhoni emphasized the team’s focus on identifying key players and solidifying their batting approach.

CSK has endured a disappointing season, being the first team knocked out of the tournament with only six points from 12 matches. However, in their recent win against the Kolkata Knight Riders, CSK displayed a more aggressive batting style, a change Dhoni highlighted as a key element moving forward.

“I think we have already started that process,” Dhoni said at the toss. “When it comes to our batting department, we want to express ourselves. That’s what we did in the last few games. We want to move ahead with it.”

Dhoni acknowledged the team’s bowling issues, suggesting the need for an additional bowler capable of bowling after the powerplay. The primary objective now, he stated, is to experiment with combinations and identify players who can solidify their positions within the team.

“One of the main things when we were out of the tournament was to get answers,” Dhoni explained. “It’s about getting that combination right and getting that one player in the XI who you can target in the auction… It’s about sealing your spot for the players going forward.”

Dhoni believes that with the pressure of playoff qualification lifted, players now have the freedom to express themselves and play more freely.

Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field first, as CSK named an unchanged side.

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