IPL: Dhoni's 'retirement' update

Cricketing fans across the globe were on Tuesday left in a whirlwind of emotions as reports of former Indian skipper MS Dhoni's retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL) spread like wildfire.

A viral social media post claimed that the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) legend had announced his departure from the league, sparking widespread speculation.

Reports gained traction after Dhoni was spotted in Chennai wearing a black t-shirt featuring a cryptic Morse code message. Fans decoded the message as "ONE LAST TIME", fueling speculation that this could be his farewell season.

While it all turned out to be an elaborate April Fools' prank with no official word on Dhoni's involvement himself, his recent performances in IPL 2025 have raised concerns about the future of the 43-year-old.

Although he remains sharp behind the stumps, his batting form has been inconsistent, with limited mobility following knee surgery.

The former CSK captain has hinted at playing for as long as he enjoys the game, but experts suggest, maintaining peak fitness has become increasingly challenging for the star cricketer.