NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer and 2007 T20 World Cup hero Joginder Sharma believes the time has come for Chennai Tremendous Kings (CSK) legend MS Dhoni to “relaxation.” The five-time IPL champions, recognized for his or her consistency with 12 playoff appearances, endured a disappointing marketing campaign within the 2025 season, failing to make it previous the group stage. After common captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was dominated out as a consequence of damage, Dhoni stepped in to guide a struggling aspect.Hypothesis round Dhoni’s future within the IPL has intensified since CSK’s early exit. Retirement rumours gained traction final month when Dhoni’s household attended the match towards Delhi Capitals at Chepauk. The 43-year-old’s transfer down the batting order additional stoked the chatter, particularly after head coach Stephen Fleming admitted Dhoni could not “bat for 10 overs working full stick.”Joginder, who bowled the long-lasting last over underneath Dhoni’s captaincy within the 2007 T20 World Cup last, feels the veteran wicketkeeper-batter ought to name time on his illustrious 18-year IPL profession.“Contemplating Mahi’s health stage, he ought to bat larger as much as show his kind, however I imagine it is time for him to relaxation,” Joginder mentioned.

Earlier this month, Dhoni addressed questions on his retirement after taking part in a match-winning position towards defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders. He acknowledged that any resolution would rely upon how his physique holds up within the subsequent few months.“After this IPL will get over, I’ve to work exhausting for one more 6–8 months to see if my physique can take this strain. Nothing to resolve now, however the love and affection I’ve seen is superb,” Dhoni mentioned on the post-match presentation.