IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings are likely to be without MS Dhoni for their upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 match against Delhi Capitals on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, as he is not travelling with the squad to Delhi, according to reports.
Speculation around his return had intensified ahead of the DC fixture, but recent updates suggest otherwise. According to RevSportz journalist Rohit Juglan, Dhoni is not part of the travelling squad for the Delhi game. “MS is not travelling to Delhi,” he posted on X on Sunday, May 3.
The 44-year-old has not played any match so far this season due to a calf injury, although he has been training with the squad. While initially expected to miss only a few weeks, the injury setback worsened after he reportedly aggravated the issue during a warm-up session in late April.
The franchise has not made an official announcement regarding his availability, and there remains no confirmed timeline for his return to competitive action.
The final decision on Dhoni’s participation in upcoming matches is expected to depend on his fitness and medical assessment.
Chennai Super Kings have shown improvement after a slow start to the season and are currently sixth on the points table with eight points. Delhi Capitals are just behind them in seventh place, also with eight points but a lower net run rate.
A win in the upcoming match could take either team closer to the top-four positions as the league stage enters a crucial phase.
With the league entering a decisive phase, CSK remain in the hunt for a playoff spot, but Dhoni’s absence continues to be a major talking point as anticipation builds over whether the veteran will feature later in the season.
