Former India and MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings legend was spotted smashing a six off Mukesh Choudhary, sparking a wave of reactions online. While some fans joked about Dhoni’s power-hitting even after crossing 40, others teased Choudhary—just days ahead of the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League.
Dhoni had a relatively quiet IPL 2025 season, scoring 196 runs in 14 matches at an average of 24.5 and a strike rate of 135.17. He often came in lower down the order, contributing quick runs and providing a late flourish.
However, at 44, he still appeared in great shape, effortlessly clearing the ropes against a much younger Choudhary during an intra-squad match. Watch the video here:
Here is the glimpse of MS Dhoni batting in the intra-squad match yesterday at Chepauk ✅💛
He smashed a six off Mukesh choudhary’s bowling 🔥🔥
Thala looking in good touch ahead of the tournament 😮💨💛 pic.twitter.com/ghJ8UmyY8c
— DB' (@Brevisnation7) March 24, 2026
The clip has gone viral, with fans thrilled to watch MS Dhoni back in action ahead of the Indian Premier League. However, Mukesh Choudhary has become a target of online trolling, with many jokingly suggesting he’s the kind of bowler who can be easily hit for a six.
Even siraj will hit a six against the great Mukesh Starc
— Aadhitya (@aadhitya01) March 25, 2026
Mukesh choudhary waste bench him full tournament
— Dream catcher (@rahim_rulzz) March 25, 2026
If a guy who hasn't played for one full year van easily hit Mukesh Starc. Then think how dangerous CSk's bowling lineup is😭😭😭
— TweetsByVinu (@UnivChand) March 25, 2026
King Mukesh starc will own Ling chokli if he plays this season
— SPranesh (@SPranesh2181) March 25, 2026
Even Khaleel, Kamboj and goat Mukesh Starc got hit for the boundary by Thala. Only god can save this team 😭🙏
— ꜱᴛᴜɴɴᴇᴅ ʙʏ 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐎𝐍™ (@JamieNationn) March 25, 2026
If a guy who hasn't played for one full year van easily hit Mukesh Starc. Then think how dangerous CSk's bowling lineup is😭😭😭
— TweetsByVinu (@UnivChand) March 25, 2026
Beyond that, the clip highlights that even in the latter stages of his career, MS Dhoni continues to play a vital finisher’s role for the Chennai Super Kings, a position he has perfected over the years, scoring 5,439 runs in 278 Indian Premier League matches.
The Chennai Super Kings had a disappointing run in the IPL 2025, finishing at the bottom of the table after struggling with inconsistent performances in both batting and bowling. Despite some individual brilliance from Shivam Dube and Noor Ahmad, the team failed to make an impact. Hopefully, they will perform better this season.
The Chennai Super Kings squad for the 2026 Indian Premier League
MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ajinkya Rahane, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Matheesha Pathirana, Mukesh Choudhary, Maheesh Theekshana, Daryl Mitchell, and Sameer Rizvi.
The Indian Premier League 2026 season is scheduled to start on 28 March 2026.
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