MS Dhoni has taken a sabbatical from the cricket field ever-since India’s hear-breaking loss against New Zealand in the semi-final of the 2019 World Cup.  Many speculated that the veteran might hang up his boots while several regarded that the wicket-keeper will make a comeback. However, there was no accurate news from the horse’s mouth but according to the latest reports, Dhoni has urged the owners of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to release him after the 2021 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The former Indian captain has been an integral part of the franchise and has also guided them to the title in 2010, 2011 and 2018. MS Dhoni’s Funny Speech on His Relationship With Wife Sakshi Will Make You Go ROFL, Indian Wicketkeeper says 'Men Are Like Lion Until They Get Married’ (Watch Video).

However, there are no such plans of his retirement as he wants to get into the poll of 2021 mega-auctions. CSK, nevertheless, can still get the Indian star by using the Right to Match (RTM) card. As per the reports, the wicket-keeper wants to give the side more financial stability by getting released. In 2008 IPL auctions, Dhoni was bought by CSK for INR 15 crores. In fact, he is the only player in the tournament’s history to get a bid from all eight teams. Rather Than Speculating on MS Dhoni, Wait Till IPL 2020, Says Ravi Shastri. 

Dhoni has contributed the side massively and the team will certainly not want to give-away the legend easily. The 2020 edition of the IPL will be a crucial one for the skipper as Indian coach Ravi Shastri has stated that Dhoni’s performance in the league will certainly decide his future in the Indian team. So, it will be interesting to see how the 2011-World Cup winner will display after a massive break.

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