India, April 16 -- It will not be the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, but the following week could finally mark MS Dhoni's return. According to a recent media report, the former Chennai Super Kings captain is set to make his first appearance in IPL 2026 against the Mumbai Indians on April 23 at the Wankhede Stadium.

According to a report in The Indian Express, the 44-year-old, who has been sidelined since the start of the season and has missed CSK's first five matches, is close to regaining full fitness. The report added that there is still no confirmation on whether Dhoni will travel with the squad for the match against Hyderabad.

Since suffering a calf injury, Dhoni has not trave...