Chennai Super Kings’ bowling coach, Eric Simmons, expressed uncertainty regarding MS Dhoni’s return for IPL 2027. Dhoni, the former captain, missed the entire 2026 season due to injury, impacting the team’s performance. Simmons mentioned that discussions about Dhoni’s future in IPL are pending, with the focus currently on analyzing the team’s shortcomings from the recent season.
Simmons acknowledged the significant gap created by Dhoni’s absence and emphasized the influence Dhoni has on the team’s balance and confidence. Despite CSK’s disappointing season, Simmons highlighted the learning opportunities for young players like Anshul Kamboj, who emerged as the top wicket-taker for the team with 21 wickets in 14 matches.
The bowling coach emphasized the importance of players using the off-season to enhance their skills and return as better performers. He noted that the season provided insights into the squad’s depth and the capabilities of younger talents like Kartik. CSK gained a better understanding of their players’ strengths and weaknesses, paving the way for strategic improvements in the future.
