Chennai Super Kings (CSK) face a challenging situation as former captain MS Dhoni is almost certain to miss the upcoming match against Delhi Capitals on April 11 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium due to a calf injury. Dhoni has not participated in the team's first three matches of the IPL 2026 season and is currently undergoing rehabilitation. The franchise is now targeting his return for the home game against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 14. CSK's performance has been disappointing, sitting at the bottom of the table after losing all three matches, marking one of their worst starts to an IPL season. The team has also struggled at home, winning only three of their last 15 games at Chepauk since 2023, including a five-match losing streak. CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan has expressed hope for Dhoni's availability for the next game, depending on his recovery progress. Additionally, Dewald Brevis is also recovering from a side strain, and his return could bolster the batting lineup.