MS Dhoni's IPL 2026 delay answered after Stephen Fleming adds fresh twist with ‘second injury’ revelation after 5th loss

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming revealed that MS Dhoni has a second injury, a calf strain, which he sustained during a warm-up game. This is the reason for Dhoni's delayed return to the team in the Indian Premier League. Fleming stated that Dhoni is working hard with the physio and doing rehabilitation, and the team is waiting for his word on when he will return.