Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are eagerly anticipating the return of MS Dhoni for their upcoming match against Mumbai Indians on April 23, 2026, known as the El Clasico of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Dhoni has been recovering from a knee injury that has kept him off the field this season, despite him participating in training sessions. A recent video shared by CSK shows him engaging with teammates, hinting at his possible return. However, the management is cautious and prefers to ensure he is fully fit before allowing him to play. In a significant setback for CSK, 18-year-old Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a hamstring injury sustained during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Mhatre had been in impressive form, scoring 201 runs in six matches at a strike-rate of 177.87, making his absence a notable loss for the team, which has struggled with four losses in six games.