Shah Rukh Khan’s Admiration for MS Dhoni: Will ‘Thala’ Continue with CSK After IPL 2025 Retention Rules?

Shah Rukh Khan, co-owner of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), has long expressed his admiration for cricket legend MS Dhoni. Years ago, SRK attempted to buy Dhoni for his franchise, but destiny had other plans as the charismatic player joined Chennai Super Kings (CSK), leading them to numerous victories. Recently, with Dhoni's future in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in question, Shah Rukh Khan drew playful comparisons between himself and Dhoni, showing his continued respect for the former Indian captain. 

In a significant development, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the retention rules for IPL 2025. With the upcoming mega auction expected in November, the BCCI has revealed that each team can retain up to six players, including an uncapped player, which is a major boost for CSK.

The rule change allows franchises to retain uncapped players, and CSK has its eyes set on retaining MS Dhoni as an uncapped player for IPL 2025. The revival of this old rule offers CSK a golden opportunity to keep their star player, who has been the backbone of the team for years. Under the new retention guidelines, CSK can retain Dhoni at a price tag of INR 4 crore, ensuring that 'Thala' continues to lead the Yellow Army.

Will MS Dhoni Stay with CSK?

Fans have been speculating about Dhoni’s future in the IPL, especially after frequent talks of his retirement. However, with the new retention rules, it seems increasingly likely that Dhoni will continue his association with CSK. The ability to retain him as an uncapped player ensures that CSK can maintain its strong leadership without exceeding its salary cap.

Shah Rukh Khan, who jokingly remarked that Dhoni, despite his retirement rumors, continues to play IPL after IPL, perfectly captured the sentiment of cricket fans who are not ready to bid farewell to Dhoni just yet.

The Future of CSK

With Dhoni's potential retention under the new uncapped player rule, CSK looks set to keep their captain for another season, which is sure to excite fans. His leadership, experience, and fan following make him an invaluable asset for the franchise, and the revival of this rule is a welcome development for CSK.