MS Dhoni has been the center of attention during IPL 2025 due to retirement speculation. There have been talks about the former CSK skipper finally having his gloves. The talks have suddenly gained momentum following a video going viral involving his wife Sakshi. A video making rounds on social media shows Sakshi Dhoni talking to their daughter, Ziva, during CSK's match against Delhi Capitals (DC) on April 5th at Chepauk. In the video, it appears that Sakshi says "last match" to Ziva, which led to further speculation.
Adding fuel to the retirement rumors, MS Dhoni’s parents, Pan Singh Dhoni and Devaki Devi, were present at the MA Chidambaram Stadium for the first time to watch their son play. They were joined by their granddaughter, Ziva, as they cheered for Dhoni from the stands.
This led many to assume that Dhoni might retire after the match. However, the Chennai Super Kings responded to these rumors in their own unique style. The team posted a meme on social media with the caption "no context." While it appeared cryptic to some, fans familiar with CSK’s meme culture immediately recognized it as a playful dismissal of the retirement speculation.
Delhi Capitals register hat trick of wins
In an exciting match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on April 5, 2025, Delhi Capitals emerged victorious, beating Chennai Super Kings by 25 runs. DC's impressive batting performance, led by KL Rahul's 77 runs off 51 balls, set the stage for a convincing win.
Batting first, DC posted a competitive total of 183/6. Rahul's knock was a highlight of the innings, showcasing his skill and finesse. The DC batsmen worked together to build a solid foundation, with Tristan Stubbs and Axar Patel contributing crucial runs.
In response, CSK struggled to match DC's momentum. Despite a valiant effort from the middle order, CSK scored only 158 runs in their allotted 20 overs. The DC bowlers, particularly Mitchell Starc and Vipraj Nigam, played a key role in restricting CSK's scoring opportunities.
