In a significant moment for the Indian Premier League (IPL), both MS Dhoni (captain of Chennai Super Kings) and Rohit Sharma (former captain of Mumbai Indians) were absent from the much-anticipated match at Wankhede Stadium. This marks the first time in IPL history that both players missed the 'El Clasico' match. Dhoni is currently sidelined due to a calf strain sustained before the tournament, while Sharma is recovering from a hamstring injury he incurred during a match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Despite their absence, both players were seen training prior to the match, with Dhoni participating in a batting session and Sharma focusing on timing and placement. The final decision on Sharma's participation will be made close to the match time, as he has been training without apparent discomfort. Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav, India's T20I captain, is looking to improve his performance after a slow start this season, having only scored a half-century so far. The absence of these star players adds an unusual twist to the storied rivalry between MI and CSK.