MS Dhoni‘s availability for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 was confirmed a few days ago by Kasi Viswanathan, the CEO of Chennai Super Kings (CSK). For Dhoni fans throughout the world, the announcement is a huge boost as the 2026 mini-auction approaches.
Anticipation for what many are referring to as the CSK veteran’s “one last hurrah” has grown. A number of cricket pundits and former players have even speculated that Dhoni may decide to retire in the middle of the season. Although it is still up in the air, one thing is certain: the seasoned batter-wicketkeeper is doing everything he can to get ready for the 2026 Indian Premier League.
The Times of India reports that Dhoni has been training hard since September 2025, working long hours while overcoming age and past physical issues. For the past two months, he has been making frequent trips to Ranchi’s Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) International Stadium. As he concentrates on getting match-ready for the forthcoming season, the location—roughly 10 km from his home—has emerged as his main training base.
According to a JSCA official cited by TOI, “He is just doing the MS Dhoni things that he has done all his life — working hard.”
The former Indian captain adheres to a strict fitness regimen as part of his everyday routine. He starts his session with an hour-long workout in the gym after arriving at the JSCA International Stadium around 1:30 pm. He then goes to the nets and spends the next two hours honing his batting technique, especially power-hitting, which he is eager to improve on because he has only encountered a small amount of deliveries in the IPL in recent years.
MS Dhoni does not always have access to the central wicket because the Ranji Trophy is now in play. He does, however, practise match-simulation to replicate game-like situations whenever the chance presents itself. The seasoned cricket player successfully dedicates four and a half hours every day to preserving his form and fitness in preparation for the 2026 Indian Premier League by swimming for around thirty minutes before leaving for home at six o’clock.
For the past two months, his routine has remained consistent. After arriving at the stadium at 1:30 pm, he spends an hour at the gym before putting on pads and spending two hours practicing power hitting in the nets. He also simulates matches when the centre wicket is accessible and there isn’t a match. After swimming for another thirty minutes, Mahi signs out. At 6 p.m., he departs the complex, according to a JSCA officer.
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