MS Dhoni to be retained by Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL mega auction

CSK's retention strategy

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are planning to retain MS Dhoni ahead of the upcoming IPL mega auction, according to a report by Cricbuzz. Dhoni, who has been the captain of CSK since the inception of the tournament in 2008, is expected to be included in the team's retention shortlist at the lowest category. This means that CSK will be able to retain Dhoni at a salary of Rs 12 crore, which is the lowest salary bracket for retained players.

Dhoni's importance to CSK

Dhoni is one of the most successful captains in IPL history, having led CSK to three IPL titles and two Champions League T20 titles. He is also one of the most popular players in the league, and his presence in the CSK team is seen as a key factor in the team's success. Dhoni is also a valuable player on the field, and his experience and leadership skills are invaluable to the team.

CSK's other retention options

In addition to Dhoni, CSK is also expected to retain Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Moeen Ali. Jadeja is one of the best all-rounders in the world, and he has been a key player for CSK in recent years. Gaikwad is a rising star in the Indian cricket team, and he has been in excellent form for CSK in the last two seasons. Ali is a versatile player who can bat, bowl, and field, and he has been a valuable asset to CSK.

The IPL mega auction

The IPL mega auction is scheduled to take place in January 2022, and it will see all of the IPL teams rebuild their squads from scratch. Each team will be allowed to retain a maximum of four players, and CSK's decision to retain Dhoni, Jadeja, Gaikwad, and Ali will give them a solid foundation for the upcoming season.