Swastik Chikara, a teammate of Virat Kohli at Royal Challengers Bangalore, has expressed confidence that MS Dhoni will continue playing in the IPL. Chikara, who spent time with Dhoni during IPL 2025, was impressed by Dhoni's energy and strength.
Chikara recounted a conversation with Dhoni where they joked and took photos together. Dhoni's down-to-earth nature and positive attitude left a lasting impression on the young RCB batsman. Chikara's belief in Dhoni's continued playing career aligns with reports suggesting CSK expects Dhoni to return for at least one more season.
“He’ll play, he'll play, bro (IPL 2026). That man has so much energy. He’s very strong.”
Analysis of the most experienced players by age in IPL 2025
Rank | Player | Team | age |
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#1 | CSK | 44 years | |
#2 | DC | 41 years | |
#3 | CSK | 39 years | |
#4 | MI | 38 years | |
#5 | KKR | 38 years |
Batting specialists with most batting innings in IPL Career (batters/all-rounders/wicketkeepers only)
Rank | Player | Team | innings-played |
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#1 | MI | 267 innings | |
#2 | RCB | 259 innings | |
#3 | CSK | 242 innings | |
#4 | CSK | 198 innings | |
#5 | KKR | 183 innings |