CSK CEO clarifies on Dhoni’s knee injury after reports say Mahi may undergo tests in Mumbai hospital
“Yes, it is true that Dhoni (Mahi) will be taking medical advice for his left knee injury and accordingly decide. If surgery is advised, it can only be ascertained after reports come out, it will be completely his call,” said Viswanathan.
MS Dhoni seemed to be struggling with the knee issue during the IPL finals played on Monday. A video going viral on social media showed the CSK skipper putting a protective strap over his injured knee before coming on to bat during CSK’s innings.
CSK coach Stephen Fleming had earlier said that Dhoni has been hampered by a knee injury during the Indian Premier League campaign. The 41-year-old, who quit international cricket in 2020, appeared to struggle while running between the wickets but did not show any discomfort while wicket-keeping.
“He is nursing a knee injury, which you can see in some of his movement, which is hindering him somewhat,” Fleming had said. Dhoni was seen wearing support for his knee during pre-season.Is there a possibility that Dhoni will decide against playing next season and thus free up a purse of Rs 15 crore for the mini auction, the CEO replied: “Frankly, we are not even thinking on those lines as we haven’t reached that stage. “It will be completely Dhoni’s call. But I can tell you in CSK, we haven’t entertained those thoughts,” Viswanathan said.
What has been CSK’s hallmark over the years which enabled them to reach final in 11 of the 14 editions that they have been a part of?
“I have been associated with CSK from season 1 and we have never deviated from our process. The key has been to keep things simple and explain every player what is expected of them. In our franchise, the skipper keeps everything uncomplicated,” Viswanathan said.
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