The famous MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is gearing up for an exciting matchup on Friday, April 11, when the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face off against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 25th match of the IPL 2025 season. There’s a buzz in the air since the legendary MS Dhoni is making his grand return to captain CSK after Ruturaj Gaikwad was sadly sidelined due to a hairline fracture in his elbow. Fans are absolutely thrilled, especially after CSK’s recent loss against Punjab Kings, where they were defeated by 18 runs in New Chandigarh. Dhoni’s leadership is sure to spark hope and energy within the team and among the supporters.
As we look forward to this clash, it’s worth noting that Dhoni is on the cusp of hitting several personal milestones that could further cement his status as one of the greats in cricket. Here’s a closer look at some impressive records he might break in this match.
Records of MS Dhoni
1. 350 sixes in T20 format
First off, Dhoni is just five sixes shy of hitting 350 sixes in T20 cricket. That’s a big deal! Hitting sixes is part of what makes cricket so exciting, and fans will be eagerly watching to see if he can pull that off against KKR.
2. 50th stumping for CSK.
Another landmark he might reach is his 50th stumping for CSK. Right now, he’s sitting at 49, so it’ll be interesting to see if he manages to make that milestone during this match.
3 .200 dismissal for Chennai Super Kings
Additionally, Dhoni is just one dismissal away from reaching the remarkable figure of 200 dismissals for CSK. Currently, he has 199, so if he gets one more, it’ll be a moment worth celebrating.
4. 150 catches for Chennai Super Kings
On top of that, the legendary keeper is also in line to grab his 150th catch for CSK. He already has 146, meaning he needs just four more catches to achieve this fantastic milestone.
5. 500 runs against KKR
When it comes to KKR specifically, Dhoni is on the verge of another big number: he has scored 497 runs against KKR in IPL history and only needs three more runs to hit the 500-run mark. That’s a notable achievement that some of his biggest fans are sure to be watching for.
6. 200 dismissal in IPL
And there’s more! If Dhoni gets one more dismissal in the IPL overall, he’ll complete 200 dismissals in his IPL career, which is yet another highlight fans could look forward to during the game.
7. 150 catches in T20 format
Lastly, Dhoni is just four catches away from reaching the 150-catch milestone in T20 matches played in India. Given his extensive experience, it’s exciting to think about how these catches could add to his already impressive stats.
With so much on the line and so many records within reach, Dhoni’s return to the field adds an extra layer of excitement for CSK fans and cricket lovers alike.
