MS Dhoni's Back Pain Concerns During IPL 2024 Match Against RR

Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni was seen wearing a belt around his waist during a recent IPL 2024 match against Rajasthan Royals at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai on May 12. This match is important for CSK as it is their final home game of the season, and they want to end it on a positive note. It is likely that this could be MS Dhoni's last appearance in Chennai as he might retire after IPL 2024. During the game, Dhoni was spotted adjusting his belt behind the wicket during breaks between overs. It has been suggested that he might be wearing the belt due to back pain to feel more comfortable while playing. This is not the first time Dhoni has worn a belt during a match, as he was also seen wearing it in a previous game against Gujarat Titans. Despite facing challenges like age and pain, Dhoni continues to show his heroism on the field. He has a history of wearing a belt while playing, even during his time with Team India. In the last match against Gujarat Titans, Dhoni impressed fans by scoring quick runs despite the team's position not being strong. In IPL 2024, Dhoni has been performing well with an average of 68 and a strike rate of 226.67 in eight innings. Chennai Super Kings have urged fans to stay back after the match against Rajasthan Royals, hinting at something special happening. This game is crucial for CSK as they need to win to secure a spot in the top four and increase their chances of making it to the playoffs. CSK made a change in their playing XI for this match by bringing in Maheesh Theekshana instead of Mitchell Santner. The team captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad, mentioned that they are focused on winning the remaining games to qualify for the playoffs. He emphasized the importance of being in a good mental state and performing as expected on the field.