During a CSK clash with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2023 season, Commentator Danny Morrison, known for his high energy and cheeky charm, asked Dhoni the question everyone’s been whispering (or screaming).
“How you’re enjoying your last season?” And then came the reply that had the crowd at Ekana Stadium in splits and Dhoni fans grinning ear to ear:
“You’ve decided that it’s my last season.” No hesitation. No drama. Just a calm, witty mic-drop. That Reply Was Classic Dhoni – Calm, Witty, and Totally in Control.
MS Dhoni gives an unexpected reply to Danny Morrison
The iconic yellow sea at the MA Chidambaram Stadium once again roared in anticipation—not just for a cricket match, but for a moment that has now become tradition. As Chennai Super Kings faced off against Punjab Kings in their final home game of IPL 2025, it was Danny Morrison who brought up that question again: “Will MS Dhoni return next year?”
Since 2020, Morrison has made it a ritual to ask the former India skipper about his plans at the end of each season. And once again, Dhoni handled it in true Dhoni style—cool, composed, and a bit cheeky.
“Does that mean you are going to come back for next year as well?” Morrison asked, responding to the thunderous cheers from the Chepauk crowd.
With his trademark grin, Dhoni quipped: “I don’t know, I don’t know. I am coming for the next game.”
And just like that, the man of few words kept the fans guessing—and hoping.
CSK Crash Out of IPL 2025
Unfortunately for CSK fans, the feel-good moment at the toss couldn’t mask the disappointment that followed. Chennai Super Kings suffered their eighth defeat in ten matches, going down to Punjab Kings by four wickets, which officially ended their playoff hopes. With the loss, CSK became the first team to be eliminated from IPL 2025.
At their fortress in Chepauk, where they’ve built countless memories and pulled off epic wins, CSK couldn’t deliver this time. The batting faltered yet again, with no standout performance to anchor the innings. Punjab chased down the target with ease, exposing the cracks that have haunted CSK throughout the season—lack of middle-order consistency, underwhelming bowling in crunch situations, and visible struggles to adapt to the evolving pace of the league.
A Season of Missed Chances
IPL 2025 was far from kind to the five-time champions. With a squad that looked promising on paper, CSK just couldn’t find the rhythm. Injuries, out-of-form players, and an over-dependence on aging stars meant they were always playing catch-up. Despite Dhoni’s calming presence behind the stumps and a few sparks of brilliance, the Super Kings never truly looked like contenders this season.
What’s Next for Thala?
The big question still hangs in the air—Will Dhoni return for IPL 2026?
At 43, Dhoni remains one of the most respected and loved figures in Indian cricket. Even in a season where results didn’t go their way, his presence alone drew sell-out crowds and endless buzz on social media. But the truth is, even legends have to make the tough call.
Fans are hopeful that “Thala” will have one last dance. Maybe a farewell season. Maybe a mentor’s role. But if Dhoni has taught us anything, it’s this—he moves on his terms, at his time.
For now, he’s coming for the next game. And for CSK fans, that’s good enough.