{"id":214394,"date":"2026-04-07T11:58:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T06:28:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsfed.in\/english\/?p=214394"},"modified":"2026-04-07T11:58:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T06:28:45","slug":"hat-trick-of-losses-leaves-csk-reeling-is-the-return-of-thala-dhoni-the-only-cure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsfed.in\/english\/hat-trick-of-losses-leaves-csk-reeling-is-the-return-of-thala-dhoni-the-only-cure\/","title":{"rendered":"Hat-trick of Losses Leaves CSK Reeling! Is the Return of &#8216;Thala&#8217; Dhoni the Only Cure?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Is Chennai Super Kings (CSK) falling apart without the legendary MS Dhoni? The 2026 IPL season has begun on a disastrous note for the Men in Yellow, who have suffered three consecutive defeats. The lowest point came in the last encounter against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), where CSK&#8217;s bowling unit was shredded for a staggering 250 runs\u2014the highest ever conceded by the franchise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amidst this turmoil, a silver lining has emerged regarding MS Dhoni\u2019s comeback. After missing the initial games due to injury, Dhoni\u2019s recovery is ahead of schedule. A crucial fitness test is slated for Monday and Tuesday. If he passes, the cricketing world might witness the return of &#8220;Thala&#8221; against Delhi in the next fixture. However, the management is cautious, prioritizing his long-term fitness with 11 games still left in the league stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding to the optimism, South African sensation Dewald Brevis is also nearing full fitness. Coach Stephen Fleming expressed confidence that Brevis could stabilize the middle order in the upcoming matches. With captain Ruturaj Gaikwad struggling for runs and the pace attack looking toothless, the re-entry of Dhoni and Brevis is expected to provide the much-needed leadership and batting depth. All eyes are now on the medical report that could redefine CSK\u2019s season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is Chennai Super Kings (CSK) falling apart without the legendary MS Dhoni? The 2026 IPL season has begun on a disastrous note for the Men in Yellow, who have suffered three consecutive defeats. 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