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MS Dhoni was part of the CSK cricket management team that decided to appoint Zaheer Khan as head coach for IPL 2027, franchise MD Kasi Viswanathan said. Zaheer replaces Stephen Fleming and will have autonomy over the support staff

Chennai Super Kings have appointed former India pace great Zaheer Khan as their new head coach for the upcoming season. Zaheer replaces Stephen Fleming, who was at the helm for 18 seasons, as CSK opt for an Indian coach

In a candid interview, Sanju Samson opened up about his blockbuster move to Chennai Super Kings, his early-career struggles under the mentorship of Sreesanth and Rahul Dravid, and his childhood dream of playing alongside idol M.S. Dhoni

Stephen Fleming has ended his historic 18-year association with the Super Kings ecosystem. Chennai Super Kings, Joburg Super Kings, and Texas Super Kings mutually agreed to part ways with the five-time IPL-winning coach, marking the end of an era

Gujarat Titans defeated Chennai Super Kings by 89 runs in Ahmedabad, powered by Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan’s record century stand. CSK collapsed in the powerplay and were bowled out for 140, ending their play-off hopes for the third straight season

Dhoni remained distant from the central action. Yes, there were understandable cricketing reasons.

Harbhajan Singh has urged MS Dhoni to play Chennai Super Kings’ final home match of IPL 2026 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. With Dhoni sidelined due to injury, speculation continues over a possible farewell appearance at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Chennai Super Kings faces Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial encounter

Ambati Rayudu said Chennai Super Kings lacked experienced players capable of helping young pacer Anshul Kamboj during his difficult spell against Lucknow Super Giants. Mitchell Marsh’s explosive innings powered LSG to a seven-wicket win, denting CSK’s IPL playoff hopes.

A win for CSK, ranked sixth in points table with ten points, over Lucknow Super Giants at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday afternoon

The IPL 2026 has already provided an exciting first half, and with ‘Revenge Week’ coming up on JioStar, the competition is intensifying. Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Sunrisers Hyderabad remain in the top three positions.

Ravichandran Ashwin and Faf du Plessis expressed concern over CSK’s performance after their defeat to RCB, highlighting issues in bowling and inexperience in the squad, while backing the batting unit and urging patience with young captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.

Ravindra Jadeja said leaving CSK after over a decade was emotional but part of his journey. Now with Rajasthan Royals, he spoke about adapting to a new team, his bowling strategy in Guwahati, and the key dismissal of Shivam Dube.

On the match against CSK, Rahane said that CSK took their chances and that paid off.

In the post-match briefing after Punjab thrashed Chennai Super Kings in Chennai on Wednesday night, Ponting said that Shreyas’ growing maturity and tactical acumen were elevating his game.

Speaking to the official broadcaster after Chennai Super Kings' heavy loss to Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday night, Dhoni acknowledged the challenge but emphasized the need to accept it, find ways to handle tough deliveries, and focus on building a competitive total. "I felt we didn’t have enough runs on the board today," he remarked.

With four consecutive defeats behind them and just one win so far this season, the former champions are languishing in ninth place

I personally enjoy listening to commentators because most of them are former players. While I might play 17 games in a season, they analyze hundreds of matches across various tournaments and countries, giving them extensive exposure to different situations and teams. I personally enjoy listening to commentators because most of them are former players. While I might play 17 games in a season, they analyze hundreds of matches across various tournaments and countries, giving them extensive exposure to different situations and teams.

Speaking to the media after the match, Ravindra said they had been guys who've done so well and that he was definitely grateful to be in this role.

Flamboyant opener Phil Salt, the unsung hero of KKR campaigns over the years Nitish Rana and pace spearhead Mitchell Starc, whose sensational spell in the last year’s final left the explosive Sunrisers Hyderabad in shambles, will be missed for sure.