Legendary wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni was spotted wearing a Mumbai Indians (MI) training jersey, and the image quickly went viral, sparking debate among fans across social media platforms. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain played a casual football match with friends before posing for a photo.
Dhoni has followed a predictable routine since retiring from international cricket. After spending months focusing on rehabilitation, the wicketkeeper-batter assesses his fitness and confirms his participation with the franchise, rejoining the team in Chennai about a month ahead of the new IPL season for training.
MS Dhoni Spotted Wearing Mumbai Indians Jersey Ahead of IPL 2026 Auction
MS Dhoni was spotted wearing a Mumbai Indians training jersey during a casual football match. Entrepreneur Arjun Vaidya shared the image on social media with the caption, “Football game with MS.” The picture showed Dhoni posing with friends beside a football pitch.
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CSK fans were left shocked and confused, given Dhoni’s long-standing association with the franchise and the fierce CSK-MI rivalry. Some fans even suggested a player swap involving Rohit Sharma, while others speculated that Dhoni might be joining the Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2026.
However, reports clarified that there’s no truth to the transfer rumours. Dhoni’s deep bond with CSK and his integral role in the franchise make a move to any rival side extremely unlikely.
Fans React to MS Dhoni’s Viral Picture in Mumbai Indians Jersey
MS Dhoni has been the heart of Chennai Super Kings since the IPL’s inaugural season in 2008, playing a major role in building the franchise’s massive fan base.
Dhoni is already involved in CSK’s pre-season plans. He played for Rising Pune Supergiant during CSK’s suspension, which was the only time he wore a jersey other than yellow. The legendary cricketer is unlikely to represent any other team in his IPL career.
One user wrote, “Dream come true. At least off the field, Thala Dhoni wears the Mumbai Indians shirt.”
Another said, “MS Dhoni wearing an MI jersey. 2025 is not a normal calendar year.”
Me to Dhoni pic.twitter.com/38tLQHnwbs
— Vikramsingh Deora हिन्दू (@deora40676) October 7, 2025
Dhoni bhai ne Mumbai Indian join kar liya
— realchaudhary315 (@chaudh31397) October 7, 2025
Ambani ke bete ki shadi m shayri kar di thi , lambi si post kr di thi , gana gaa diya tha , ambani ki team ki jersey pehn ni konsi badi baat hai
— Stubbsy (@spideypant_) October 7, 2025
Paltans will you accept Dhoni as a MI player in his last season?? pic.twitter.com/JZYpwt6Vnf
— Mumbai Indians FC (@MIPaltanFamily) October 7, 2025
So eventually MS Dhoni in Mumbai Indian Jersey .. even though playing football .. pic.twitter.com/M9zaBp8Fpb
— ROFL.Ai (@ROFL_India) October 7, 2025
Dhoni wearing MI jersey, dream came true for @mipaltan after 17 years pic.twitter.com/EwfJhVv65E
— rocket.jadeja (@sherjedeja) October 7, 2025
Fans need to stop this nonsense brotherhood talks, Dhoni wearing an MI jersey goes against everything this rivalry means. pic.twitter.com/6H19WU9FAx
— 91 Notout (@Dhoni_inspires) October 7, 2025
MS Dhoni Forced to Lead Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025
Earlier this year, MS Dhoni returned as CSK’s captain midway through IPL 2025 after Ruturaj Gaikwad was sidelined with an elbow injury. However, Chennai endured one of their worst campaigns, finishing at the bottom of the table with just four wins from 14 matches.
Dhoni scored only 196 runs at an average of 24.50 and a strike rate of 135.17, with a highest score of 30*. Head coach Stephen Fleming even admitted, “He can’t bat 10 overs running full stick.”
With the IPL 2026 mini-auction around the corner, CSK are expected to revamp their squad. Dhoni, who was retained for ₹4 crore as an uncapped player last season, could still play a key role in the franchise’s rebuilding phase, whether as a player, mentor, or strategic leader.
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