Overview

• Chennai Super Kings finished at the bottom of the IPL 2025 table with a 3–9 record, marking their worst season to date.
• Midseason, Ruturaj Gaikwad's elbow injury led to MS Dhoni's reinstatement as captain, but the team's performance continued to decline.
• Former coach Tom Moody publicly questioned Dhoni's form, suggesting the veteran should consider retirement as his 'fire' appears to be fading.
• Dhoni has faced criticism for batting at No.9 in two matches this season, raising concerns about his ability to finish games effectively.
• The 43-year-old has deferred any retirement decision, stating he will assess his physical readiness over the next 6–8 months before making a final call.