MS Dhoni, who turns 45 in July, remains one of the few ever-present players in the IPL and is set to feature in the upcoming season. If he takes the field in any of the matches, it will be Dhoni’s 19th consecutive season in the IPL. 

IPL 2026: MS Dhoni set to feature for CSK in upcoming season, unlikely to play all matches - Report

Sarfaraz Khan last played in the IPL in 2023 for the Delhi Capitals and will now take the field for the five-time champions, Chennai Super Kings.

‘Thanks CSK for giving me new life,’ Sarfaraz Khan expresses gratitude after finding new IPL home

With so many skilled batters available, CSK may struggle to finalise their batting order. Fans will have to wait and see how they settle this challenge in the coming IPL season.

Can Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson form a strong opening pair for CSK? Ashwin share his views

IPL 2026 Retentions: Who stayed, who was released, and what each team can spend

As confirmed by both the Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, Ravindra Jadeja was part of an ambitious trade deal that involved the transfer of Sanju Samson in the other direction.

IPL 2026: Ravindra Jadeja opens up on Rajasthan Royals return, says 'coming back feels special'

MS Dhoni set for another IPL season with Chennai Super Kings in 2026, announces team's CEO Kasi Viswanathan

MS Dhoni set for another IPL season with Chennai Super Kings in 2026, says team's CEO Kasi Viswanathan

This will be a mini-auction with not much trading expected as the franchises went through a overhaul before the last season in the mega auction. The deadline for announcing the name of retained and released players by November 15.

IPL 2026 auction expected to be held in December - Check dates, players, retention deadline and more details

Ravichandran Ashwin, who returned to CSK for IPL 2025 after a nine-year absence, was linked with a move away from the franchise as reports emerged of his possible trade. 

Ravichandran Ashwin announces IPL retirement, posts 'my time as an IPL cricketer comes to a close'

As the IPL 2025 league stage draws to a close, with the four qualified teams battling for the crucial top two spots, let us have a look at the five teams that have secured these presitigious positions most often in IPL history.

CSK, MI and...: 5 teams to finish in top two most times in IPL history

‘I am done’: MS Dhoni addresses future after CSK’s last IPL game this season

Gujarat suffer its biggest IPL defeat by runs in final league game against Chennai

After an early exit this season, CSK would look to take back the positives and build a strong team for next season. Here are five key players CSK might retain after IPL 2025.

CSK’s retention plans revealed: Dhoni is right at the top, but other four might shock you

IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals beat Chennai Super Kings by six wickets

From GT’s 233 in 2023 to SRH’s 208 in 2016, these are the top 5 highest team totals in IPL playoffs where big teams delivered mammoth scores on the biggest stage.  Cricket | Sports | Photos

Big matches, bigger totals: Top 6 team scores in IPL playoff history

India News, Sports: The remainder of the tournament will be played across six venues - Bengaluru, Jaipur, Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai and Ahmedabad

IPL 2025 | BCCI scrambles to get foreign players as IPL sets for resumption: Who will return and who won’t? Deets inside

From Chennai Super Kings to Mumbai Indians, here's a look at 6 teams with most IPL Playoff appearances also featuring Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Cricket | Sports | Photos

From CSK to MI, 6 teams with most IPL Playoff appearances

MS Dhoni was speaking after a trademark late cameo with the bat, including a final-over six, helped Chennai beat Kolkata on Wednesday night. Sports Cricket

IPL 2025: CSK captain MS Dhoni says 'nothing to decide now' over retirement plans

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued forecasts that could disrupt the crucial fixture for KKR. After a partly cloudy Monday(6 May) with moderate rain and thunderstorms in Kolkata, Tuesday’s (7 May) forecast isn’t any brighter. Sports Cricket

IPL 2025: Rain threat looms over KKR vs CSK clash at Eden Gardens

India News, Sports: RCB continued their dominating run in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League with a thrilling two-run win over Chennai Super Kings

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni handles bat gauge snub like a boss, internet reacts

Cricket, Sports: Despite taking a combined 38 wickets in his previous two seasons at Chennai Super Kings, pacer Deshpande has struggled at his new franchise in IPL 2025

IPL 2025: 'Go on, hit me for a six', Jasprit Bumrah's 'motivational challenge' to ex-CSK player with fiery words-WATCH

India News, Sports: Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Virat Kohli smashed a half-century against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as RCB pulled out a two-run win

IPL 2025: 'Will show you now', Kohli makes good on his words, turns up the heat on Khaleel-WATCH

After Punjab's win over CSK on Wednesday (Apr 30), Shreyas Iyer earned praise from Ricky Ponting for his calm captaincy in IPL 2025. Cricket Sports

IPL 2025: Ricky Ponting praises Shreyas Iyer's calm captaincy and batting technique

India News, Sports: Shreyas (72) along with opener Prabhsimran Singh (54) were the main run-makers for PBKS as they chased down the 191-run target in 19.4 overs

IPL 2025: Iyer's masterclass, Chahal's hat-trick helps PBKS beat CSK by four wickets

Cricket, Sports: With the ongoing Indian Premier League season coming to business end, each game holds importance, and the heat is on teams to qualify for the playoffs

IPL 2025: This former India cricketer reveals what’s finally clicking for Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru