Dhoni returns at the helm as CSK's faltering campaign seeks revival

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MS Dhoni is back at the helm of Chennai Super Kings, replacing Ruturaj Gaikwad who has been ruled out of the season due to a fractured elbow. Dhoni's comeback is forced, unlike his previous return in 2022, where he took over as captain mid-season.

CSK have lost four of their first five games, and their top order has struggled. They finally crossed 200 for the first time this season in their most recent defeat, but questions linger around their ability to chase. Their spin attack has been underwhelming, and they've been poor in the field, dropping the most catches this season.

Dhoni's return could bring a change in fortunes, especially with his experience in calling the shots. However, CSK face a tough task against Kolkata Knight Riders, who have also struggled this season. KKR have lost three of their five games and are still searching for that spark to lift their campaign.

Match Details

• Date: April 11, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
• Expected Conditions: Clear skies, slowish surface

Head-to-Head

• CSK: 19-10 KKR
• CSK have won five of the last seven games against KKR

Probable XIs

• CSK: Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c&wk), R Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed
• KKR: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Moeen Ali/Spencer Johnson, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy