MS Dhoni, the legendary cricketer and captain of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), is currently sidelined from IPL 2026 due to a calf strain, but his influence on the team remains strong. At 44 years old, Dhoni's role has shifted, yet his leadership continues to shape the team's culture. CSK opener Sanju Samson spoke about the responsibility he feels playing for such a prestigious franchise, attributing much of this to Dhoni's legacy. Samson remarked, 'The base values are set by Mahi bhai and you can actually feel him in every team player and support staff.' Meanwhile, CSK announced that top-order batter Ayush Mhatre will miss the remainder of the tournament due to a hamstring injury sustained during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18. The franchise stated that Mhatre will require a rehabilitation period of 6 to 12 weeks. This injury adds to the challenges faced by CSK as they strive to perform in the ongoing tournament.