No MS Dhoni vs SRH, still a sea of yellow: CSK fans take over Hyderabad
IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings played without MS Dhoni again, but fans still turned Hyderabad into a sea of yellow, showing unwavering support for the iconic cricketer. Despite his absence due to injury, Dhoni's massive fan following remains unmatched.
Chennai Super Kings lined-up for yet another game without their talisman, MS Dhoni, on Saturday, but that has not deterred fans in yellow from painting Hyderabad in the franchise’s colours. CSK, who were in the city to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League, witnessed a sea of yellow flooding the stadium as supporters turned up in large numbers to back one of the most celebrated figures in Indian cricket.
MS Dhoni, who has been sidelined with a calf injury since the start of the ongoing Indian Premier League season, was spotted batting during a net session on the eve of the match. While his inclusion in the playing XI for the game remained uncertain, that did little to dampen the enthusiasm of his fans, who were determined to watch their favourite player regardless. Dhoni eventually was left out of the playing XI and the impact subs.
Hours before the start of the match, hundreds of supporters clad in CSK’s iconic yellow jersey were already seen chanting Dhoni’s name and creating an electric atmosphere around the stadium.
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One X user even called on fellow Dhoni fans to gather near gates 6 and 7 of the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium at around 4:30 pm to build the buzz ahead of the game.
“Let’s celebrate massive,” the user wrote, sharing an image of fans holding large placards and banners in support of CSK and their legendary skipper.
CSK SELECTION DILEMA
Although the 44-year-old’s on-field impact for the Chennai-based franchise has gradually reduced over the past couple of years, his fan following remains unmatched in the tournament. Even in his absence, the magnitude of support he commands continues to be one of the defining features of CSK’s presence across venues.
At the same time, Dhoni’s potential return from injury presents a selection dilemma for the team, which has recently found rhythm in the competition. CSK began their campaign with three consecutive losses but managed to bounce back with a win in their first home game. Since then, they have registered two victories on the trot and will likely look to retain a winning combination as they aim to build momentum in the tournament.
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Chennai Super Kings lined-up for yet another game without their talisman, MS Dhoni, on Saturday, but that has not deterred fans in yellow from painting Hyderabad in the franchise’s colours. CSK, who were in the city to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League, witnessed a sea of yellow flooding the stadium as supporters turned up in large numbers to back one of the most celebrated figures in Indian cricket.
MS Dhoni, who has been sidelined with a calf injury since the start of the ongoing Indian Premier League season, was spotted batting during a net session on the eve of the match. While his inclusion in the playing XI for the game remained uncertain, that did little to dampen the enthusiasm of his fans, who were determined to watch their favourite player regardless. Dhoni eventually was left out of the playing XI and the impact subs.
Hours before the start of the match, hundreds of supporters clad in CSK’s iconic yellow jersey were already seen chanting Dhoni’s name and creating an electric atmosphere around the stadium.
| SRH vs CSK Live Updates | Scorecard |
One X user even called on fellow Dhoni fans to gather near gates 6 and 7 of the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium at around 4:30 pm to build the buzz ahead of the game.
“Let’s celebrate massive,” the user wrote, sharing an image of fans holding large placards and banners in support of CSK and their legendary skipper.
CSK SELECTION DILEMA
Although the 44-year-old’s on-field impact for the Chennai-based franchise has gradually reduced over the past couple of years, his fan following remains unmatched in the tournament. Even in his absence, the magnitude of support he commands continues to be one of the defining features of CSK’s presence across venues.
At the same time, Dhoni’s potential return from injury presents a selection dilemma for the team, which has recently found rhythm in the competition. CSK began their campaign with three consecutive losses but managed to bounce back with a win in their first home game. Since then, they have registered two victories on the trot and will likely look to retain a winning combination as they aim to build momentum in the tournament.
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